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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Elrig is to bus which costs £14 - £29 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Elrig is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Elrig?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Elrig. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Elrig via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Elrig?

The distance between Edinburgh and Elrig is 157 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elrig without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 9m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Edinburgh to Elrig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Elrig bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Elrig?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elrig is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £29 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Elrig bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Elrig bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Elrig?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Elrig is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Edinburgh to Elrig.

Where can I stay near Elrig?

There are 334+ hotels available in Elrig.

Edinburgh to Elrig - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Elrig by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 9m
£31–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 29m
£14–28
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 44m
£37–105
Drive 118.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Elrig118.2 mi
2h 42m
£30–43
Bus via Edinburgh - Regent Road
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh - Regent Road to GlasgowUk090
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
6h 46m

Edinburgh to Elrig by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

6h 44mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.6 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Elrig, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Elrig via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Elrig via Buchanan Bus Station, Port Rodie, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 29m.

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