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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Sheffield is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Sheffield is to train and fly which takes 5h 5m and costs £110 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Waingate/CG19 via Union Square Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Sheffield via Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Elgin to Sheffield?

The distance between Elgin and Sheffield is 453 miles. The road distance is 389.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Sheffield without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 8h 5m and costs £150 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Elgin to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Sheffield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Sheffield train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Elgin to Sheffield is to train via Doncaster which takes 8h 5m and costs £150 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Elgin to Sheffield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Sheffield train arrive?

Elgin to Sheffield train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Sheffield is 389 miles. It takes approximately 7h 34m to drive from Elgin to Sheffield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Elgin to Sheffield?

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Elgin to Sheffield - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Elgin to Sheffield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
8h 5m
£153–338
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn11
12h 28m
£48–77
Drive 387.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Sheffieldcar 387.2 mi
7h 34m
£95–137
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
5h 20m
£91–245
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sheffieldtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 44m
£217–345
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Ukn11
12h 29m
£48–77
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
5h 5m
£111–269
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
5h 45m
£116–264
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
8h 22m
£161–321

Elgin to Sheffield by train

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8h 5mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Elgin to Sheffield.

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Distance: 450.9 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Sheffield, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Sheffield via Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin station to Waingate/CG19 via Aberdeen Union Street, Union Square Bus Station, and Meadowhall Interchange/A3 in around 12h 28m.

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