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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Elgin is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Scrabster and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Scrabster to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Scrabster Ferry Terminal and arriving at Elgin West Road via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Elgin?

The distance between Scrabster and Elgin is 170 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Elgin without a car is to bus and train via Inverness which takes 4h 51m and costs £12 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Scrabster to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scrabster to Elgin bus from?

Scrabster to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Scrabster Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Scrabster to Elgin?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Elgin is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Scrabster to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scrabster to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Scrabster to Elgin is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Scrabster to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 389+ hotels available in Elgin.

Scrabster to Elgin - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Scrabster to Elgin by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
4h 51m
£12–54
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
5h 22m
£36–57
Drive 145.8 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Elgincar 145.8 mi
3h 11m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus Ember
5h 8m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
5h 14m
£40–56
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie Placebus M96
5h 32m
£38–51

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scrabster to Elgin.

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Distance: 169.4 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a vehicle from Scrabster to Elgin via Thurso and Inverness in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Elgin West Road via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 8m.

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