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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Elgin is to train and fly which costs £75 - £230 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 19m and costs £75 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Braelossie Place via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Elgin via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

How far is it from Exeter to Elgin?

The distance between Exeter and Elgin is 707 miles. The road distance is 600.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs £350 - £650.

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

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Elgin bus from?

Exeter to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Elgin train from?

Exeter to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Elgin?

The best way to get from Exeter to Elgin is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs £350 - £650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 16m.

Where does the Exeter to Elgin bus arrive?

Exeter to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Elgin train arrive?

Exeter to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Elgin is 600 miles. It takes approximately 10h 20m to drive from Exeter to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Exeter to Elgin - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to AberdeenExeter St Davids - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
12h 12m
£353–617
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 19m
£77–228
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
5. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
17h 16m
Drive 597 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Elgin597 mi
10h 20m
£149–215
Fly Exeter to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)EXT - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
14h 21m
£178–293
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Buchanan Bus StationM19
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin
18h 2m
£99–199
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 1m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
7h 13m

Exeter (EXT) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

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Distance: 703.1 mi
Duration: 12h 12m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Elgin via Aberdeen in around 12h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Braelossie Place via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 17h 16m.

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