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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Scrabster is to bus which costs £21 - £30 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Scrabster is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Scrabster?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Scrabster. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Elgin to Scrabster?

The distance between Elgin and Scrabster is 170 miles. The road distance is 146.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Scrabster without a car is to train and bus via Inverness which takes 5h 12m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Elgin to Scrabster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Scrabster bus from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Elgin to Scrabster is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £30 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Elgin to Scrabster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Scrabster?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Scrabster is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Elgin to Scrabster.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 109+ hotels available in Scrabster.

Elgin to Scrabster - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Elgin to Scrabster by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Inverness
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminalbus Ember
5h 12m
£30–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminalbus Ember
5h 32m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
5h 37m
£88–157
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Scrabstercar 146 mi
3h 12m
£37–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus X99
5h 23m
£45–68
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 Ferry Terminalbus X99
5h 57m
£39–53

Elgin to Scrabster by bus

28Weekly Buses

5h 32mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Scrabster via Inverness and Thurso in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 32m.

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