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

The cheapest way to get from Dunblane to Elgin is to bus via Perth which costs £22 - £50 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunblane to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dunblane and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunblane station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at Braelossie Place via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dunblane and Elgin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunblane and arriving at Elgin. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Dunblane to Elgin?

The distance between Dunblane and Elgin is 182 miles. The road distance is 143.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunblane to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £100.

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

The train from Dunblane to Elgin takes 3h 27m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Dunblane to Elgin bus from?

Dunblane to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Police Station.

Where do I catch the Dunblane to Elgin train from?

Dunblane to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunblane station.

Train or bus from Dunblane to Elgin?

The best way to get from Dunblane to Elgin is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Dunblane to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunblane to Elgin train arrive?

Dunblane to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Elgin station.

Can I drive from Dunblane to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunblane to Elgin is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Dunblane to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Dunblane to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dunblane to Elgin by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Elgin
3h 27m
£45–100
Bus via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newton Loan to South Streetbus M8
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie Placebus M96
4h 57m
£22–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Union Streetbus E8
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie Placebus E7
4h 4m
Drive 143.1 mi
1. Drive from Dunblane to Elgincar 143.1 mi
2h 53m
£35–51

Dunblane to Elgin by train

2Weekly Trains

3h 27mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dunblane to Elgin twice a week. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Police Station to Braelossie Place via Union Street in around 4h 4m.

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