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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Falkirk is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 12m.

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 12m and costs £35 - £60.

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 Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

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 which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m 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 which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Elgin to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Falkirk is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m 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 833+ 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

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 StirlingInverness - Edinburgh
4h 17m
£50–113
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to StirlingAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 48m
£36–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Police StationE8
5h 24m
Drive 154.5 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Falkirk154.5 mi
3h 12m
£39–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the train from Inverness to Falkirk GrahamstonInverness - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 8m
£70–133

Elgin to Falkirk by train

6Weekly Trains

4h 17mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Stirling 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Falkirk Grahamston via Bus Station Stance 4, Union Street, Police Station, and Dunblane in around 5h 24m.

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