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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Elgin is to bus and train which costs £65 - £140 and takes 12h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Donkey Derby and arriving at Railway Station via Eyre Street/Moor Market ES3, Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Adelphi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chesterfield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Elgin via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Elgin?

The distance between Chesterfield and Elgin is 478 miles. The road distance is 398.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs £230 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Chesterfield to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Elgin bus from?

Chesterfield to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Elgin train from?

Chesterfield to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Chesterfield station.

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Elgin?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Elgin is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs £230 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 16m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Elgin bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Chesterfield to Elgin train arrive?

Chesterfield to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Elgin is 399 miles. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Chesterfield to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Chesterfield to Elgin - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Chesterfield to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to AberdeenExeter St Davids - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
8h 36m
£233–247
Train via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
9h 1m
£64–281
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to DundeeUkn11
2. Take the train from Dundee to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
12h 48m
£67–134
Drive 396.4 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Elgin396.4 mi
7h 41m
£99–143
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 14m
£113–279
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Union Square Bus StationUkn11
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to Railway StationE7
13h 16m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadilly
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 8m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
5h 44m
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Leicester
2. Take the train from Leicester to Kettering
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway
4. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
5. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
6h 33m
£83–250
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Norwich
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)NWI - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
8h 40m

Chesterfield to Elgin by train and bus

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12h 48mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 475.3 mi
Duration: 8h 36m

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

You can take a train from Chesterfield to Elgin via Aberdeen in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Donkey Derby to Railway Station via Eyre Street/Moor Market ES3, Meadowhall Interchange/C1, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Union Square Bus Station, and Adelphi in around 13h 16m.

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