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

The cheapest way to get from Pitlochry to Elgin is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pitlochry to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pitlochry and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Pitlochry to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Pitlochry and arriving at Elgin West Road via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Pitlochry and Elgin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pitlochry and arriving at Elgin. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Pitlochry to Elgin?

The distance between Pitlochry and Elgin is 126 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £75.

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

The train from Pitlochry to Elgin takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Elgin bus from?

Pitlochry to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Pitlochry station.

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Pitlochry to Elgin?

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Elgin is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Pitlochry to Elgin bus arrive?

Pitlochry to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Pitlochry to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pitlochry to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Pitlochry to Elgin is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Pitlochry to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Pitlochry to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pitlochry to Elgin by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pitlochry to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Elgin / ...
2h 28m
£30–75
Drive 100.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pitlochry to Elgincar 100.9 mi
2h 1m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pitlochry to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus Ember
3h 29m
Train via Inverness
1. Take the train from Pitlochry to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
3h 15m
£32–107

Pitlochry to Elgin by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 125 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Pitlochry to Elgin twice a week. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pitlochry to Elgin West Road via Inverness Union Street in around 3h 29m.

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