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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Elgin is to train and bus which costs £80 - £160 and takes 18h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 6h 17m and costs £90 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Elgin via Ashford International, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

How far is it from Kent to Elgin?

The distance between Kent and Elgin is 658 miles. The road distance is 578.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Elgin without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 11h 18m and costs £200 - £410.

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

It takes approximately 11h 18m to get from Kent to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Elgin train from?

Kent to Elgin train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Elgin train arrive?

Kent to Elgin train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Elgin is 578 miles. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Kent to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 440+ hotels available in Elgin.

Kent to Elgin - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Kent to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
11h 18m
£203–405
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Aberdeen Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus
18h 42m
£85–157
Train, bus via Ashford International
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus
18h 3m
£96–180
Drive 574.8 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Elgincar 574.8 mi
10h 37m
£141–203
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
7h 4m
£128–423
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain
15h 22m
£193–355
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
4. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
7h 11m
£87–221
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LGW - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain
6h 49m
£87–215
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain
6h 43m
£118–377
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain
6h 17m
£94–226
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LTN - ABZ
4. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 44m
£106–272

Kent to Elgin by train

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11h 18mAverage Duration

£203Cheapest Price

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Distance: 654.1 mi
Duration: 11h 18m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Elgin via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 11h 18m.

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