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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Elgin is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Elgin via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Elgin?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Elgin is 248 miles. The road distance is 196.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Kilmarnock to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Elgin bus from?

Kilmarnock to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Elgin train from?

Kilmarnock to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Elgin?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Elgin is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Elgin bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Elgin is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Kilmarnock to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Kilmarnock to Elgin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 9m
£106–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
6h 35m
£39–56
Drive 195.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Elgincar 195.7 mi
3h 51m
£48–69
Fly, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane GLA - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
6h 13m
£101–197
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
6h 14m
£99–181

Kilmarnock to Elgin by train and foot

8Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.6 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin once daily. Tickets cost £95–180 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 4h. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route hourly.

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