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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Methil is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Methil is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Methil?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Methil station. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Methil?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Methil. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Leven via Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Elgin to Methil?

The distance between Elgin and Methil is 169 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Methil without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Elgin to Methil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Methil bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Methil train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Methil?

The best way to get from Elgin to Methil is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Elgin to Methil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Methil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Methil?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Methil is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Elgin to Methil.

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

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Where can I stay near Methil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Cupartrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 56m
£71–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 46
5h 13m
£27–45
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Methilcar 138 mi
2h 52m
£34–50
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldytrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 30m
£64–149

Elgin to Methil by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Cupar 6 times a week. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin station to Bus Station via Aberdeen Union Street, Union Square Bus Station, and Seagate Bus Station in around 5h 13m.

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