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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Elgin is to train and fly and bus which costs £60 - £180 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs £80 - £360.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Elgin station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Elgin via Stafford, Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

How far is it from Reading to Elgin?

The distance between Reading and Elgin is 517 miles. The road distance is 540.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Elgin without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 11h 48m and costs £220 - £410.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Reading to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Elgin bus from?

Reading to Elgin bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Elgin train from?

Reading to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Elgin?

The best way to get from Reading to Elgin is to train via Edinburgh which takes 11h 48m and costs £220 - £410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £85 - £150 and takes 19h 31m.

Where does the Reading to Elgin bus arrive?

Reading to Elgin bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Elgin train arrive?

Reading to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Reading to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Elgin is 541 miles. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Reading to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 420+ hotels available in Elgin.

Reading to Elgin - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Reading to Elgin by train, plane, bus, 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.

Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
5h 53m
£100–347
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LGW - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
6h
£60–158
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Reading to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
11h 48m
£227–408
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus
19h 31m
£88–144
Drive 537.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Elgincar 537.6 mi
9h 48m
£131–189
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 20m
£85–360
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 33m
£62–175
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 55m
£77–209
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane BRS - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 59m
£82–246
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
12h 2m
£223–368
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
12h 12m
£322–478

Reading to Elgin by bus

18Weekly Buses

19h 31mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 514.1 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Elgin via Stafford, Haymarket, and Aberdeen in around 11h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Elgin station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Union Square Bus Station, and Aberdeen Union Street in around 19h 31m.

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