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 £55 - £160 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 21m and costs £110 - £300.

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 50m.

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 34m.

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 34m and costs £180 - £550.

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

It takes approximately 8h 34m 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 34m and costs £180 - £550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 50m.

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 44m 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?

There are 385+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

There are 9 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 Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
8h 34m
£181–545
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Dundeebus Ukn11
2. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
12h 48m
£57–155
Drive 396.4 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Elgincar 396.4 mi
7h 44m
£97–141
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Stationbus
5h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Union Square Bus Stationbus Ukn11
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to Railway Stationbus E7
13h 50m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 21m
£110–291
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Stationbus
5h 48m
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
4. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
5. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
6h 31m
£74–249
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane NWI - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Stationbus
8h 39m

Chesterfield to Elgin by train and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 48mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chesterfield to Elgin.

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Distance: 475.3 mi
Duration: 8h 34m

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

You can take a train from Chesterfield to Elgin via Aberdeen in around 8h 34m. 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 50m.

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