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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Perth is to bus via Bus Station which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Perth station. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Perth station via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Perth. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Perth via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Elgin to Perth?

The distance between Elgin and Perth is 161 miles. The road distance is 117.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Perth without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Elgin to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Perth bus from?

Elgin to Perth bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin West Road station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Perth?

The best way to get from Elgin to Perth is to train via Aberdeen which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £28 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Elgin to Perth bus arrive?

Elgin to Perth bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Perth is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Elgin to Perth.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 307+ hotels available in Perth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Perth 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 via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Perthtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 47m
£71–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Perth stationbus Ember
4h 29m
£19–28
Drive 117 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Perthcar 117 mi
2h 28m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 5m
£39–123
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Stationbus Uk093 / ...
4h 43m
£20–32

Elgin to Perth by bus

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Perth via Aberdeen in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Perth station via Inverness Union Street in around 4h 29m.

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