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

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

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 Edinburgh - Princes Street and arriving at Elrig via Glasgow Buchanan and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

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 bus which takes 6h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m 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 FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh - Princes Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Elrig?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elrig is to bus which takes 6h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Elrig bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Elrig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow 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 318+ hotels available in Elrig.

Edinburgh to Elrig - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Edinburgh - Princes Street to Glasgowbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
6h 42m
Drive 118.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Elrigcar 118.2 mi
2h 42m
£30–42
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
6h 44m
£35–105
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 102 / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Dashwood Squarebus 500
3. Take the bus from Dashwood Square to Elrigbus 416
7h 43m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Elrig.

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Edinburgh - Princes Street to Elrig via Glasgow, Glasgow Buchanan, Stranraer Port Rodie, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Elrig via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 44m.

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