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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Elgin is to bus and train which costs £50 - £150 and takes 12h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 2m and costs £100 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Braelossie Place via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, George Street and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Elgin via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Elgin?

The distance between Sheffield and Elgin is 466 miles. The road distance is 388.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Sheffield to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Elgin bus from?

Sheffield to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Elgin?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Elgin is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs £150 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 59m.

Where does the Sheffield to Elgin bus arrive?

Sheffield to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Sheffield to Elgin train arrive?

Sheffield to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Elgin is 389 miles. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Sheffield to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 385+ hotels available in Elgin.

Sheffield to Elgin - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Sheffield to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
8h 17m
£157–244
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Dundeebus Ukn11
2. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
12h 38m
£52–144
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from George Street to Union Streetbus E9
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie Placebus E7
11h 59m
Drive 386.6 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Elgincar 386.6 mi
7h 33m
£95–137
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Stationbus
5h 40m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 2m
£105–274
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Stationbus
5h 54m
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
6h 4m
£85–284

Sheffield to Elgin by tram, bus, and train

7Weekly Services

12h 38mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sheffield to Elgin.

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Distance: 463.1 mi
Duration: 8h 17m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Elgin via Aberdeen in around 8h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle Street/CG22 to Braelossie Place via Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Edinburgh, Bus Station, George Street, and Union Street in around 11h 59m.

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