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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Elgin is to bus via Inverness which costs £23 - £50 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Braelossie Place via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Elgin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Elgin. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Scotland to Elgin?

The distance between Scotland and Elgin is 224 miles. The road distance is 174.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £35 - £100.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Elgin bus from?

Scotland to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Elgin train from?

Scotland to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Elgin?

The best way to get from Scotland to Elgin is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Scotland to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scotland to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Elgin is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Scotland to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 10m
£35–100
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3M10
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
5h 11m
£24–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
4h 41m
Drive 173.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Elgin173.3 mi
3h 25m
£43–62
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to AberdeenGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
4h 26m
£39–109

Scotland to Elgin by train

8Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.3 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Scotland and Elgin, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin once daily. Tickets cost £35–100 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Braelossie Place via Union Street in around 4h 41m.

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