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

The cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Elgin is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h 6m.

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 11m and costs £35 - £55.

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 Elgin West Road via Queensferry Street and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

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 3m.

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 3m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m 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 3m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 53m.

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 11m 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 Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Elgin
5h 3m
£50–114
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Braelossie Placebus M96
8h 6m
£26–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus Ember
6h 53m
Drive 157 mi
1. Drive from Linlithgow to Elgincar 157 mi
3h 11m
£39–56
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
5h 16m
£32–94

Linlithgow to Elgin by train

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Distance: 204.4 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cross to Elgin West Road via Shandwick Place, Queensferry Street, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 6h 53m.

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