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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Doncaster is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 13h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Doncaster is to train and fly which takes 5h 40m and costs £100 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Union Square Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Doncaster via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Elgin to Doncaster?

The distance between Elgin and Doncaster is 435 miles. The road distance is 373.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Elgin to Doncaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Doncaster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Doncaster train from?

Elgin to Doncaster train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Elgin to Doncaster is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 13h 15m.

Where does the Elgin to Doncaster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Doncaster train arrive?

Elgin to Doncaster train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Doncaster is 374 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Elgin to Doncaster.

How do I get a train ticket from Elgin to Doncaster?

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

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Elgin to Doncaster - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Elgin to Doncaster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
7h 22m
£73–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn11
13h 15m
£40–55
Drive 371.4 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Doncastercar 371.4 mi
7h 16m
£90–129
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain
6h 25m
£82–221
Train via Aberdeen
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 Doncastertrain
7h 55m
£51–166
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Wakefield Westgatetrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
9h 34m
£168–519
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain
5h 40m
£106–238
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Doncastertrain
6h 46m
£95–286
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane INV - LTN
3. Take the train from Stevenage to Doncastertrain
6h 33m
£70–160
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane ABZ - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Peterboroughtrain
4. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain
8h 18m
£130–488

Elgin to Doncaster by train

6Weekly Trains

7h 22mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Elgin to Doncaster.

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Distance: 433 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Doncaster via Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Union Square Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 13h 15m.

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