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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh is to bus via Nairn which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Elgin to Edinburgh?

The distance between Elgin and Edinburgh is 199 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £160.

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

The train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley takes 3h 58m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Edinburgh bus from?

Elgin to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin West Road station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Elgin to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Edinburgh is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Elgin to Edinburgh.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Elgin to Edinburgh?

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Elgin to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elgin to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 58m
£85–160
Bus via Nairn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
5h 54m
£34–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
5h 19m
£37–70
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Edinburghcar 159.4 mi
3h 21m
£40–58

Elgin to Edinburgh by train

6Weekly Trains

3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.8 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Inverness Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 5h 19m.

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