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

The cheapest way to get from Portree to Elgin is to bus via Inverness which costs £25 - £35 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portree to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portree and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Portree to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Somerled Square and arriving at Elgin West Road via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Portree to Elgin?

The distance between Portree and Elgin is 153 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portree to Elgin without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 45m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Portree to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portree to Elgin bus from?

Portree to Elgin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Somerled Square station.

Where does the Portree to Elgin bus arrive?

Portree to Elgin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at King Street station.

Can I drive from Portree to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Portree to Elgin is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Portree to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 420+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portree to Elgin by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
4h 45m
£34–54
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to King Streetbus 917
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus Ember
5h 2m
£25–35
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Portree to Elgincar 148.4 mi
3h 4m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie Placebus M96
5h 29m
£27–38

Portree to Elgin by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portree to Elgin.

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Distance: 152.2 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Somerled Square to Elgin West Road via King Street and Inverness Union Street in around 5h 2m.

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