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

The cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Elgin is to bus via Queensferry Street which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 34m.

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 - £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 Haymarket Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

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 Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Linlithgow to Elgin?

The distance between Linlithgow and Elgin is 214 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 via Aberdeen which takes 5h 5m and costs £30 - £110.

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 Ember, depart from Haymarket Station.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Linlithgow to Elgin?

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Elgin is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 5m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Linlithgow to Elgin bus arrive?

Linlithgow to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Linlithgow to Elgin train arrive?

Linlithgow to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen 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 via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
5h 5m
£33–110
Bus via Queensferry Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie Placebus M96
6h 34m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Union Streetbus E9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie Placebus E7
6h 6m
Drive 157 mi
1. Drive from Linlithgow to Elgincar 157 mi
3h 11m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Larbert to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Elgin
5h 7m
£50–114

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Linlithgow to Elgin.

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Distance: 213.1 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Linlithgow to Elgin via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cross to Braelossie Place via Haymarket Station and Union Street in around 6h 6m.

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