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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Elgin is to train and bus which costs £80 - £120 and takes 11h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 2m and costs £100 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Elgin via Preston and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Elgin?

The distance between Liverpool and Elgin is 451 miles. The road distance is 375.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 8h 56m and costs £55 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Liverpool to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Elgin bus from?

Liverpool to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Elgin train from?

Liverpool to Elgin train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Elgin?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Elgin is to train which takes 8h 56m and costs £55 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Liverpool to Elgin bus arrive?

Liverpool to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Elgin train arrive?

Liverpool to Elgin train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Elgin is 376 miles. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Liverpool to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 390+ hotels available in Elgin.

Liverpool to Elgin - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Liverpool 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
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin
8h 56m
£59–229
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
8h 58m
£55–191
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
9h 34m
Drive 373.4 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Elgin373.4 mi
6h 51m
£91–132
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
5h 39m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
11h 21m
£81–117
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 2m
£101–254
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 40m

Liverpool to Elgin by train and foot

8Weekly Services

8h 56mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Elgin.

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Distance: 448.1 mi
Duration: 8h 56m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Elgin via Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street in around 9h 34m.

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