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 £45 - £85 and takes 8h 23m.

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 58m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Alnwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Alnwick. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Retail Park via Bus Station Stance 3 and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

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 5h 32m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m 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 Ember, depart from Elgin West Road station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Alnwick?

The best way to get from Elgin to Alnwick is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Elgin to Alnwick bus arrive?

Elgin to Alnwick bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Alnwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Alnwick is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Elgin to Alnwick.

Where can I stay near Alnwick?

There are 2013+ hotels available in Alnwick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Alnwick 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 Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 32m
£123–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
8h 23m
£46–85
Drive 241.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Alnwickcar 241.1 mi
4h 58m
£59–86
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 Railway Station to Green Battbus X18
8h 48m
£88–202
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Berwick-upon-Tweedtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Green Battbus X18
9h 24m
£67–160

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Elgin to Alnwick.

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Distance: 290.5 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Alnwick via Edinburgh Waverley and Alnmouth in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Retail Park via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

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