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

The cheapest way to get from Cumnock to Elgin is to bus via Inverness which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumnock to Elgin is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cumnock and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumnock station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Cumnock Bus Station and arriving at Braelossie Place via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Cumnock to Elgin?

The distance between Cumnock and Elgin is 248 miles. The road distance is 207.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumnock to Elgin without a car is to bus which takes 6h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Cumnock to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumnock to Elgin bus from?

Cumnock to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Cumnock to Elgin?

The best way to get from Cumnock to Elgin is to bus which takes 6h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Cumnock to Elgin bus arrive?

Cumnock to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Cumnock to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumnock to Elgin is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Cumnock to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 392+ hotels available in Elgin.

Cumnock to Elgin - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cumnock to Elgin by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
6h 47m
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
7h 28m
£24–44
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 48m
£42–111
Drive 206.2 mi
1. Drive from Cumnock to Elgin206.2 mi
4h 8m
£52–75
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
7h 27m
£103–264
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
7h 40m
£53–128
Train, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)GLA - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
8h 10m

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

28Weekly Planes

4h 18mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.3 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Cumnock, Scotland and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Braelossie Place via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin once daily. Tickets cost £35–100 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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