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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Scotland is to bus via Bus Station which costs £18 - £50 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Scotland is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Buchanan Bus Stn via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Elgin to Scotland?

The distance between Elgin and Scotland is 224 miles. The road distance is 174.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Scotland without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 54m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Elgin to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Scotland?

The best way to get from Elgin to Scotland is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 54m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Elgin to Scotland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Scotland is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Elgin to Scotland.

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

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1384+ hotels available in Scotland.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Scotland by train, bus, or car

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 54m
£41–112
Bus via Bus Station
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 Uk093
5h 37m
£18–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
5h 30m
Drive 173.4 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Glasgowcar 173.4 mi
3h 25m
£43–61
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
5h 22m
£35–83

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Elgin to Scotland.

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Distance: 222.4 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Scotland?

You can take a train from Elgin to Glasgow Queen Street via Aberdeen in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Buchanan Bus Stn via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 30m.

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