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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Inveraray is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Inveraray is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Inveraray?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Inveraray. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Barn Brae via Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Elgin to Inveraray?

The distance between Elgin and Inveraray is 282 miles. The road distance is 167.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Inveraray without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 6m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Elgin to Inveraray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Inveraray bus from?

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

Where does the Elgin to Inveraray bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Inveraray?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Inveraray is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Elgin to Inveraray.

Where can I stay near Inveraray?

There are 661+ hotels available in Inveraray.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Inveraray 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Stirlingtrain
2. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barn Braebus 926
7h 6m
£71–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barn Braebus 926
7h 47m
£28–48
Bus via Inverness
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 Barn Braebus 926
7h 34m
Drive 166.5 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Inveraraycar 166.5 mi
3h 18m
£41–59
Train, bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barn Braebus 926
7h 29m
£51–127

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Elgin to Inveraray.

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Distance: 280.8 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Barn Brae via Bus Station Stance 4, Union Street, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 34m.

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