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Two ways to Travel from Glasgow to Elgin

Composite routes from Glasgow to Elgin

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.28–$189.87

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Elgin is to bus which costs $36.96 - $52.17 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Elgin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Elgin. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Elgin?

The distance between Glasgow and Elgin is 358 km. The road distance is 281.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs $70.65 - $163.04 .

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Elgin bus from?

Glasgow to Elgin bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Elgin train from?

Glasgow to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Elgin?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Elgin is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs $70.65 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $52.17 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Glasgow to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Elgin is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Glasgow to Elgin.

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

Book your Glasgow to Elgin train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 336+ hotels available in Elgin. Prices start at $68.45 per night.
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