What is the cheapest way to get from Burnley to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Elgin is to train and bus which costs £80 - £120 and takes 11h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burnley to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 53m and costs £110 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Braelossie Place via Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Elgin via Preston, Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Burnley to Elgin?

The distance between Burnley and Elgin is 411 miles. The road distance is 346.6 miles.

How do I travel from Burnley to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Burnley to Elgin without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 8h 50m and costs £55 - £300.

How long does it take to get from Burnley to Elgin?

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Burnley to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Elgin bus from?

Burnley to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Elgin train from?

Burnley to Elgin train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Elgin?

The best way to get from Burnley to Elgin is to train via Aberdeen which takes 8h 50m and costs £55 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Burnley to Elgin bus arrive?

Burnley to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Burnley to Elgin train arrive?

Burnley to Elgin train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Elgin is 347 miles. It takes approximately 6h 34m to drive from Burnley to Elgin.

How do I get a train ticket from Burnley to Elgin?

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Burnley to Elgin - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Burnley to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
8h 50m
£57–300
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
9h 5m
£50–226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
11h 21m
Drive 344.6 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Elgin344.6 mi
6h 34m
£85–123
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 26m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
11h 22m
£83–114
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Bradford Interchange
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LBA - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
7h 51m
£148–247
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 53m
£113–267
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
8h 31m

Burnley to Elgin by train and foot

7Weekly Services

9h 5mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Burnley to Elgin.

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Distance: 408.9 mi
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Elgin via Preston, Haymarket, and Aberdeen in around 8h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Braelossie Place via Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 11h 21m.

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