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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Elgin is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Park & Ride and arriving at Braelossie Place via Overgate and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Elgin via Inverkeithing and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Elgin?

The distance between Dunfermline and Elgin is 190 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Elgin without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 18m and costs £35 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Dunfermline to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Elgin bus from?

Dunfermline to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Elgin train from?

Dunfermline to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Inverkeithing station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Elgin?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Elgin is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 18m and costs £35 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Aberdeen, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Elgin bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Elgin train arrive?

Dunfermline to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Elgin is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Dunfermline to Elgin.

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

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Dunfermline to Elgin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dunfermline to Elgin by train, bus, or car

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
5h 18m
£38–187
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Overgatebus
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Braelossie Placebus M96
5h 42m
£26–40
Drive 144.7 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Elgincar 144.7 mi
2h 59m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
5h 40m
£59–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus Ember
5h 44m

Dunfermline to Elgin by bus

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Dunfermline to Elgin.

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Elgin via Inverkeithing and Aberdeen in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park & Ride to Braelossie Place via Overgate and Union Square Bus Station in around 5h 42m.

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