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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Ellon is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Ellon is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Ellon?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Market Street via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Scotland to Ellon?

The distance between Scotland and Ellon is 170 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Ellon without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Scotland to Ellon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Ellon bus from?

Scotland to Ellon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Ellon?

The best way to get from Scotland to Ellon is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Scotland to Ellon bus arrive?

Scotland to Ellon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Ellon is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Scotland to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 531+ hotels available in Ellon.

Scotland to Ellon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland to Ellon by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 38m
£71–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
4h 15m
£20–31
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Elloncar 155.9 mi
2h 52m
£39–55
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 49m
£24–35

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Ellon.

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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