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

The cheapest way to get from Methil to Elgin is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Methil to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Methil and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Methil to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Sainsburys Supermarket and arriving at Elgin station via Overgate and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Methil and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Methil to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Leven and arriving at Elgin via Kirkcaldy and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Methil to Elgin?

The distance between Methil and Elgin is 163 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

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

The best way to get from Methil to Elgin without a car is to bus via Aberdeen which takes 5h 22m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Methil to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Methil to Elgin bus from?

Methil to Elgin bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Sainsburys Supermarket station.

Where do I catch the Methil to Elgin train from?

Methil to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Kirkcaldy station.

Train or bus from Methil to Elgin?

The best way to get from Methil to Elgin is to bus via Aberdeen which takes 5h 22m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Methil to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Methil to Elgin train arrive?

Methil to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Methil to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Methil to Elgin is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Methil to Elgin.

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

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

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

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Bus via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the bus from Sainsburys Supermarket to Bus Stationbus 46
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus
5h 22m
£19–31
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
5h 39m
£60–153
Drive 138.2 mi
1. Drive from Methil to Elgincar 138.2 mi
2h 51m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 46
2. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
5h 50m
£66–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
7h 16m
£36–50

Methil to Elgin by train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Sainsburys Supermarket to Elgin station via Bus Station, Overgate, Union Square Bus Station, and Aberdeen Union Street in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leven to Elgin via Kirkcaldy and Aberdeen in around 5h 39m.

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