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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Aberfoyle is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Aberfoyle is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Aberfoyle?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Aberfoyle. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Tourist Information Centre via Bus Station Stance 3 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Elgin to Aberfoyle?

The distance between Elgin and Aberfoyle is 214 miles. The road distance is 153.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Aberfoyle without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Elgin to Aberfoyle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Aberfoyle bus from?

Elgin to Aberfoyle bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Aberfoyle?

The best way to get from Elgin to Aberfoyle is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Elgin to Aberfoyle bus arrive?

Elgin to Aberfoyle bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Can I drive from Elgin to Aberfoyle?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Aberfoyle is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Elgin to Aberfoyle.

Where can I stay near Aberfoyle?

There are 392+ hotels available in Aberfoyle.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Aberfoyle by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to StirlingInverness - Edinburgh
5h 34m
£45–110
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to StirlingAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
6h 3m
£37–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Braelossie Place to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Police StationE8
6h 31m
Drive 152.3 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Aberfoyle152.3 mi
3h 7m
£39–55
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Tourist Information Centre
8h 21m

Elgin to Aberfoyle by train and bus

6Weekly Services

5h 34mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.5 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Stirling 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Braelossie Place to Tourist Information Centre via Union Street, Police Station, Dunblane, Stirling, and Stance B in around 6h 31m.

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