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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Exeter is to train and fly which costs £45 - £240 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 5h 2m and costs £45 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Elgin to Exeter?

The distance between Elgin and Exeter is 550 miles. The road distance is 600.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 12h 52m and costs £110 - £650.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Elgin to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Exeter?

The best way to get from Elgin to Exeter is to train which takes 12h 52m and costs £110 - £650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 57m.

Where does the Elgin to Exeter bus arrive?

Elgin to Exeter bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Where does the Elgin to Exeter train arrive?

Elgin to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Exeter is 601 miles. It takes approximately 10h 24m to drive from Elgin to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

There are 10 ways to get from Elgin to Exeter by bus, plane, train, 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.

Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1bus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 4m
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 2m
£47–232
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Exeter St Davidstrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
12h 52m
£114–626
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus E8
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus
16h 57m
Drive 597.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Exetercar 597.1 mi
10h 24m
£146–211
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane INV - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 9m
£120–422
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1bus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 38m
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
7h 53m
£114–345
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
9h 2m
£68–246
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
14h 50m
£139–339

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS) flights

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Distance: 547 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Exeter St Davids via Aberdeen in around 12h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station Stance 4, Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 16h 57m.

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