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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Elgin is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 13h 4m.

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 22m and costs £100 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Elgin station via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.

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 £230 - £340.

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 £230 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 13h 4m.

Where does the Sheffield to Elgin bus arrive?

Sheffield to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square 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 421+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

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

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 Sheffield to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
8h 17m
£233–334
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Union Square Bus Stationbus Ukn11
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus Ember
13h 4m
£42–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Aberdeen Bus Stationbus Ukn11
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
12h 16m
£63–119
Drive 386.6 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Elgincar 386.6 mi
7h 33m
£96–138
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 Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
5h 55m
£87–212
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
8h 57m
£192–343
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 22m
£106–245
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 Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 13m
£120–244
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
7h 4m
£139–275

Sheffield to Elgin by bus

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13h 4mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Sheffield to Elgin.

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Distance: 463 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 Elgin station via Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Union Square Bus Station, and Aberdeen Union Street in around 13h 4m.

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