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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Elgin is to bus which costs £60 - £120 and takes 20h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 32m and costs £65 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Earl Street and arriving at Elgin station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Elgin via Strood, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Elgin?

The distance between Maidstone and Elgin is 533 miles. The road distance is 569.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Elgin without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 56m and costs £180 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Maidstone to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Elgin bus from?

Maidstone to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Elgin train from?

Maidstone to Elgin train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Elgin?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Elgin is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 56m and costs £180 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 20h 14m.

Where does the Maidstone to Elgin bus arrive?

Maidstone to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Maidstone to Elgin train arrive?

Maidstone to Elgin train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Elgin is 570 miles. It takes approximately 10h 27m to drive from Maidstone to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Maidstone to Elgin - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Maidstone to Elgin by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 38m
£89–357
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus
20h 14m
£61–116
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
10h 56m
£187–371
Drive 566.6 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Elgincar 566.6 mi
10h 27m
£140–202
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LGW - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 32m
£69–185
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 29m
£105–344
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 49m
£78–197
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
4. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 27m
£71–197
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LTN - ABZ
4. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 44m
£79–219
Train
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
11h 19m
£192–331
Train #2
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain
14h 56m
£146–261

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

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2h 59mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Maidstone to Elgin.

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Distance: 529.6 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Elgin via Strood, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 10h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Earl Street to Elgin station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Union Square Bus Station, and Aberdeen Union Street in around 20h 14m.

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