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

The cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Elgin is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linlithgow to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Linlithgow and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Linlithgow to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Cross and arriving at Braelossie Place via Queensferry Street and Bus Station Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Linlithgow and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Linlithgow to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Linlithgow and arriving at Elgin via Larbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Linlithgow to Elgin?

The distance between Linlithgow and Elgin is 206 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Linlithgow to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Elgin bus from?

Linlithgow to Elgin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Linlithgow to Elgin?

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Elgin is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Ingliston Park & Ride, which costs and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Linlithgow to Elgin bus arrive?

Linlithgow to Elgin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Linlithgow to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linlithgow to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Linlithgow to Elgin is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Linlithgow to Elgin.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Larbert to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Elgin
5h 5m
£50–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
7h 5m
£32–45
Bus via Ingliston Park & Ride
1. Take the bus from Ingliston Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3Uk094
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
5h 55m
Drive 157 mi
1. Drive from Linlithgow to Elgin157 mi
3h 10m
£40–57
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Haymarket to AberdeenEdinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
5h 10m
£38–205

Linlithgow to Elgin by train

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Distance: 204.4 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Larbert to Elgin twice a week. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cross to Braelossie Place via Gogarburn A8, Gogarburn, Ingliston Park & Ride, Ingliston Park & Ride, Bus Station Stance 3, and Union Street in around 5h 55m.

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