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 £70 - £240 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 £70 - £240.

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 15h 51m.

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 551 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 6h 2m 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 15h 51m.

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 - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Exeter to Elgin by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
best
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 to Railway Station
6h 2m
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
£72–239
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to AberdeenPlymouth - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
12h 12m
£359–625
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
15h 51m
Drive 597 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Elgin597 mi
10h 20m
£150–216
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 to Railway Station
7h 14m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
9h 5m
£87–358
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
8h 32m
£133–431
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
9h 33m
£86–263
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Huntly
4. Take the bus from The Square to Bus Station10 / ...
16h 1m
£156–240

Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) flights

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 547.5 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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 15h 51m.

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