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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Falkirk is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Falkirk is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Aberdeen and Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Elgin to Falkirk?

The distance between Elgin and Falkirk is 205 miles. The road distance is 155.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Falkirk without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 53m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Elgin to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Elgin to Falkirk is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 53m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Elgin to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Falkirk is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Elgin to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 884+ hotels available in Falkirk.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Falkirk by train, bus, or car

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Stirlingtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 53m
£83–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Dunblane Police Stationbus Ember
5h 36m
£24–44
Drive 154.5 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Falkirkcar 154.5 mi
3h 13m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 21m
£47–158
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the train from Inverness to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Inverness - London Euston
5h 59m
£40–83

Elgin to Falkirk by bus and train

70Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Falkirk Grahamston via Aberdeen and Stirling in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Falkirk Grahamston via Inverness Union Street, Dunblane Police Station, and Dunblane in around 5h 36m.

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