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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Elgin is to train and fly which costs £70 - £230 and takes 5h 31m.

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 31m and costs £70 - £230.

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 King Street and arriving at Railway Station via London Victoria and Adelphi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 44m.

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 37m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Elgin?

The distance between Maidstone and Elgin is 523 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 37m and costs £100 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m 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 King Street 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 37m and costs £100 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 44m.

Where does the Maidstone to Elgin bus arrive?

Maidstone to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

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 23m 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 - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 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 Aberdeen Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 19m
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 47m
£69–248
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
10h 37m
£105–335
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Adelphi to Railway StationE7
17h 44m
Drive 566.6 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Elgin566.6 mi
10h 23m
£142–205
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 46m
£88–407
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 31m
£72–228
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
4. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 9m
Train
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
11h 19m
£125–345
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Euston to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
15h 23m
£102–200

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Distance: 520 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Railway Station via London Victoria, Union Square Bus Station, and Adelphi in around 17h 44m.

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