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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Markinch is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Markinch is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Markinch?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Markinch. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at High Street via Union Square Bus Station, Park & Ride and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Markinch?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Markinch. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Markinch via Cupar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Elgin to Markinch?

The distance between Elgin and Markinch is 167 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Markinch without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Elgin to Markinch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Markinch bus from?

Elgin to Markinch bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Markinch train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Markinch?

The best way to get from Elgin to Markinch is to train which takes 4h and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Elgin to Markinch bus arrive?

Elgin to Markinch bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Markinch train arrive?

Elgin to Markinch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cupar station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Markinch?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Markinch is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Elgin to Markinch.

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

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Where can I stay near Markinch?

There are 486+ hotels available in Markinch.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Cupartrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h
£74–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ridebus Uk092 / ...
5h 56m
£26–41
Drive 137.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Markinchcar 137.2 mi
2h 45m
£34–49
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Dundeetrain
3. Take the train from Dundee to Markinchtrain
4h 18m
£59–131

Elgin to Markinch by train

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 4h

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Cupar 6 times a week. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin station to High Street via Aberdeen Union Street, Union Square Bus Station, Park & Ride, Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay, and Bus Station in around 5h 56m.

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