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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$69.62–$253.16

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$58.23–$82.28

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Elgin to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$60.76
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$45.57–$101.26
Train from Elgin to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$69.62–$164.55

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.30–$5.44

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $34.78 - $50 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station and Inverness Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Elgin and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. This train operates Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Elgin to Edinburgh?

The distance between Elgin and Edinburgh is 319 km. The road distance is 257.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs $28.26 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Elgin to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Edinburgh train from?

Elgin to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs $28.26 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $50 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Elgin to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Edinburgh is 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Elgin to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Elgin to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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