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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Elgin is to train and bus which costs £80 - £130 and takes 10h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Elgin is to fly and train which takes 3h 56m and costs £95 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Elgin via Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Manchester to Elgin?

The distance between Manchester and Elgin is 339 miles. The road distance is 371.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Elgin without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 8h 1m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Manchester to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Elgin bus from?

Manchester to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Elgin train from?

Manchester to Elgin train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Elgin?

The best way to get from Manchester to Elgin is to train via Aberdeen which takes 8h 1m and costs £55 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Manchester to Elgin bus arrive?

Manchester to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Elgin train arrive?

Manchester to Elgin train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Elgin is 371 miles. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Manchester to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Elgin by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly Manchester Airport to Aberdeen Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
4h 38m
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
8h 1m
£56–172
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
9h 7m
Drive 369.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Elgin369.1 mi
6h 48m
£90–130
Fly Manchester Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
3h 56m
£97–234
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
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 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
3. Take the train from Dundee to Elgin
8h 48m
£65–220
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
10h 58m
£81–122

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) flights

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2h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 337.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Elgin via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 8h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street in around 9h 7m.

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