What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin is to bus which costs £60 - £140 and takes 17h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin is to fly and train which takes 4h 12m and costs £60 - £360.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Elgin via Paddington, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Elgin is 468 miles. The road distance is 543.4 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h and costs £110 - £310.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h and costs £110 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs and takes 13h 56m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin is 543 miles. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin?

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Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly London Heathrow Airport to Aberdeen Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Airport Terminal to Railway Station
4h 45m
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 4m
£48–208
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
10h
£112–302
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
13h 56m
Drive 540.2 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin540.2 mi
9h 52m
£136–196
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
4h 12m
£62–351
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal to Railway Station
5h 42m
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 23m
£59–226
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LTN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal to Railway Station
6h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from London Euston to HuntlyLondon Euston - Inverness
2. Take the train from Huntly to Elgin
13h 40m
£82–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus StationUkn11
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Braelossie PlaceM96
17h 56m
£61–131

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) flights

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Distance: 465.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Elgin via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 10h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street in around 13h 56m.

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