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

The cheapest way to get from Markinch to Elgin is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Markinch to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Markinch and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Markinch to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Elgin station via Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Markinch and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Markinch to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Markinch and arriving at Elgin via Dundee and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Markinch to Elgin?

The distance between Markinch and Elgin is 167 miles. The road distance is 137.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Markinch to Elgin without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 3h 59m and costs £25 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Markinch to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Elgin bus from?

Markinch to Elgin bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Markinch to Elgin?

The best way to get from Markinch to Elgin is to train via Aberdeen which takes 3h 59m and costs £25 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £60 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Markinch to Elgin bus arrive?

Markinch to Elgin bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Markinch to Elgin train arrive?

Markinch to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from Markinch to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Markinch to Elgin is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Markinch to Elgin.

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

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Markinch to Elgin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Markinch to Elgin by train, bus, or car

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Markinch to Dundeetrain
2. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
3h 59m
£26–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus
6h 26m
£19–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Markinch to Dundeetrain
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Braelossie Placebus M96
5h 41m
£30–64
Drive 137.1 mi
1. Drive from Markinch to Elgincar 137.1 mi
2h 44m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Markinch to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 20m
£39–103

Markinch to Elgin by train and bus

85Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Markinch to Elgin via Dundee and Aberdeen in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Elgin station via Bus Station, Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, and Aberdeen Union Street in around 6h 26m.

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