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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Alnwick is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Alnwick is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Alnwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Alnwick. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Retail Park via Union Square Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Elgin to Alnwick?

The distance between Elgin and Alnwick is 292 miles. The road distance is 242.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Alnwick without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Elgin to Alnwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Alnwick bus from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Alnwick?

The best way to get from Elgin to Alnwick is to train which takes 6h and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h.

Where does the Elgin to Alnwick bus arrive?

Elgin to Alnwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Alnwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Alnwick is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Elgin to Alnwick.

Where can I stay near Alnwick?

There are 1301+ hotels available in Alnwick.

Elgin to Alnwick - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Elgin to Alnwick by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain
6h
£35–175
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
8h
£36–67
Drive 241.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Alnwickcar 241.1 mi
4h 56m
£59–86
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Newcastle (NCL)plane INV - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Retail Parkbus
9h 37m
£133–205
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Berwick-upon-Tweedtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 473 / ...
8h 47m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Adelphibus E7
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Berwick-upon-Tweedtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 473 / ...
9h 31m
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1bus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Newcastle (NCL)plane ABZ - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Retail Parkbus
8h 54m

Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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8h 21mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Elgin to Alnwick.

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Distance: 290.7 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Alnwick, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Alnwick via Aberdeen, Edinburgh Waverley, and Alnmouth in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Retail Park via Union Square Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 8h.

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