What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ellon?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ellon is to bus and line 10 bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 6h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ellon?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ellon is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ellon?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Market Street via Union Square Bus Station and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ellon?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ellon is 162 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Ellon without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ellon without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £15 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Ellon?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Edinburgh to Ellon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ellon bus from?

Edinburgh to Ellon bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Ellon?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ellon is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £15 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ellon bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Ellon bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ellon is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Edinburgh to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 515+ hotels available in Ellon.

Edinburgh to Ellon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 10 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ellon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to AberdeenEdinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 37m
£16–88
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Union Square Bus StationM92
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Market Place10 / ...
6h 1m
£24–33
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ellon136.1 mi
2h 37m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to AdelphiE1
6h 42m

Edinburgh to Ellon by train and bus

5Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 161.2 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensferry Street to Market Street via Union Square Bus Station, Market Place, and Town Hall in around 6h 1m.

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