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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Stirling is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Stirling is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Stirling station. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Bus Station via Inverness Union Street and Police Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Stirling?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Stirling via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Elgin to Stirling?

The distance between Elgin and Stirling is 194 miles. The road distance is 148.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Stirling without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 19m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Elgin to Stirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Stirling bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Stirling train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Stirling?

The best way to get from Elgin to Stirling is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 19m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Elgin to Stirling bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Stirling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Stirling is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Elgin to Stirling.

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

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Where can I stay near Stirling?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Stirling 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 Stirlingtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 19m
£81–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Dunblane Police Stationbus Ember
5h 56m
£23–34
Drive 147.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Stirlingcar 147.2 mi
3h 2m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 47m
£45–148
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
5h 57m
£26–39

Elgin to Stirling by bus

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5h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.1 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Stirling via Aberdeen in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Bus Station via Inverness Union Street and Police Station in around 5h 56m.

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