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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Elgin is to bus which costs £9 - £13 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Elgin is to train which takes 42 min and costs £17 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Elgin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Union Street and arriving at Braelossie Place. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Elgin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Elgin. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Inverness to Elgin?

The distance between Inverness and Elgin is 37 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £17 - £18.

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

The train from Inverness to Elgin takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Elgin bus from?

Inverness to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Elgin?

The best way to get from Inverness to Elgin is to train which takes 42 min and costs £17 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Inverness to Elgin bus arrive?

Inverness to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Braelossie Place station.

Where does the Inverness to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Elgin is 38 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Inverness to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 390+ hotels available in Elgin.

Inverness to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Inverness to Elgin by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Inverness to Elgin by bus

357Weekly Buses

1h 7mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Inverness to Elgin.

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Distance: 36.6 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Elgin hourly. Tickets cost £17–18 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Union Street to Braelossie Place hourly, and the journey takes 1h 7m. Stagecoach North Scotland also services this route hourly.

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