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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Elgin is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £35 - £90 and takes 16h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Elgin is to fly and train which takes 5h 41m and costs £110 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Mason Street and arriving at Braelossie Place via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Elgin via Crewe, Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Elgin?

The distance between Runcorn and Elgin is 453 miles. The road distance is 375.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 9h 28m and costs £50 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 9h 28m to get from Runcorn to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Elgin bus from?

Runcorn to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Elgin train from?

Runcorn to Elgin train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Elgin?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Elgin is to train which takes 9h 28m and costs £50 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 17m.

Where does the Runcorn to Elgin bus arrive?

Runcorn to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Elgin train arrive?

Runcorn to Elgin train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Elgin is 375 miles. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Runcorn to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 394+ hotels available in Elgin.

Runcorn to Elgin - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Runcorn to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
9h 28m
£51–233
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to John Dobson Street
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Union Square Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Braelossie PlaceM96
16h 17m
£39–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
11h 17m
Drive 372.9 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Elgin372.9 mi
6h 51m
£94–136
Fly Liverpool to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LPL - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 59m
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
9h 30m
£80–328
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 14m
Fly Manchester Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 41m
£113–294
Fly Manchester Airport to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 34m

Runcorn to Elgin by bus, train, and foot

8Weekly Services

9h 28mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 450.1 mi
Duration: 9h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Elgin via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand K, Thynne Street, Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mason Street to Braelossie Place via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 11h 17m.

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