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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Crail is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Crail is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Crail?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Crail. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bowling Green Place via Union Square Bus Station, Crichton Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Elgin to Crail?

The distance between Elgin and Crail is 165 miles. The road distance is 137.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Crail without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Elgin to Crail, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Crail bus from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Crail?

The best way to get from Elgin to Crail is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Elgin to Crail bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Crail?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Crail is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Elgin to Crail.

Where can I stay near Crail?

There are 878+ hotels available in Crail.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Crail 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 Dundeetrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h 17m
£50–80
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Dundeetrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 35m
£20–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
4h 50m
£26–46
Drive 136.7 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Crailcar 136.7 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Bus via Railway Station
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Adelphibus E7
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to Slessor Gardensbus E1
5h 41m

Elgin to Crail by train and bus

6Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Dundee 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bowling Green Place via Union Square Bus Station, Overgate, Crichton Street, and Bus Station in around 4h 50m.

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