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How to Travel from

Edinburgh to Elgin

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$75.95
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$253.16
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$113.92

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$164.55
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$75.95–$113.92

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59
Train from Aberdeen to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$55.69
Train from Inverness to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$35.44
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$51.90
Train from Dundee to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$113.92

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) is to bus which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Elgin (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Elgin (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Elgin (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station). However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Elgin via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Elgin (Station) is 319 km. The road distance is 256.5 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 46m and costs $59.78 - $260.87 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station)?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) bus from?

Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) train from?

Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 46m and costs $59.78 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) train arrive?

Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Elgin (Station) is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Elgin (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Elgin (Station)?

There are 383+ hotels available in Elgin (Station). Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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