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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Stirling is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 11m.

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 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stirling Baptist Church via Union Square Bus Station and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Stirling?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin and arriving at Stirling. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

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 which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £110.

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

The train from Elgin to Stirling takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Stirling bus from?

Elgin to Stirling bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus 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 which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Elgin to Stirling bus arrive?

Elgin to Stirling bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Elgin to Stirling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Stirling is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m 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?

There are 574+ hotels available in Stirling.

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
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to StirlingInverness - Edinburgh
3h 45m
£45–110
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park and RideUk091
5h 11m
£23–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Braelossie Place to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Police StationE8
4h 57m
Drive 147.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Stirling147.2 mi
3h 1m
£36–52
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to StirlingAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 18m
£44–86

Elgin to Stirling by train

6Weekly Trains

3h 45mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Stirling 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Braelossie Place to Stirling via Union Street, Police Station, and Dunblane in around 4h 57m.

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