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10 h 7 min
846 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Elgin

Composite routes from Cardiff to Elgin

Cheapest
10 h 7 min
Car
846 km.
from $46
Other
6 h 28 min
Train, Plane
685 km.
from $193.92
17 h 4 min
684 km.
from $129.72
12 h 6 min
686 km.
from $407.15
7 h
Train, Plane
685 km.
from $240.09
7 h 57 min
Train, Plane
685 km.
from $312.78
9 h 8 min
Train, Plane
685 km.
from $212.95
9 h 24 min
Train, Plane
685 km.
from $239.58
9 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
685 km.
from $218.02
12 h 59 min
686 km.
from $814.85
18 h 46 min
Bus, Train
685 km.
from $129.46

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
Ryanair
Website
easyJet
Website
Aer Lingus
Website
Loganair
Website
Ryanair
Website
3h 30m
Monday and Saturday
$40.50–$202.52
easyJet
Website
1h 30m
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$82.28–$240.50
Aer Lingus
Website
3h 25m
Thursday
$151.89–$531.63
Loganair
Website
1h 30m
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$265.81–$759.47
Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
Megabus UK
Website
FlixBus
Website
1h 20m
Hourly
$9.49–$13.92
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Megabus UK
Website
8h 20m
Once a week
$35.44–$49.37
[email protected]
Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 6
Avanti West Coast
Website
First Great Western Service
Website
Cross Country
Website
LNER
Website
ScotRail
Website
Transport for Wales
Website
Avanti West Coast
Website
3h 7m
Every 4 hours
$126.58–$316.44
00 44 345 528 0253
00 44 345 528 0253
Call
First Great Western Service
Website
46 min
Hourly
$26.58–$63.29
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Cross Country
Website
47 min
Once a week
$39.24–$75.95
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
LNER
Website
2h 31m
4 times a day
$107.59–$164.55
+44 345 722 5333
+44 345 722 5333
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
ScotRail
Website
45 min
Hourly
$16.46–$35.44
+44 344 811 0141
+44 344 811 0141
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Transport for Wales
Website
2h 34m
Hourly
$69.62–$107.59
03333 211 202
03333 211 202
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Elgin is to bus which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 17h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 6h 28m and costs $103.26 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Bus Station via Bristol Bond St, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Elgin via Crewe, Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Elgin?

The distance between Cardiff and Elgin is 847 km. The road distance is 891 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Elgin without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 12h 6m and costs $228.26 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Cardiff to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Elgin bus from?

Cardiff to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Elgin train from?

Cardiff to Elgin train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Elgin?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Elgin is to train via Crewe which takes 12h 6m and costs $228.26 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 17h 4m.

Where does the Cardiff to Elgin bus arrive?

Cardiff to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Elgin?

It is currently 00:26 at both, Cardiff and Elgin.

Where does the Cardiff to Elgin train arrive?

Cardiff to Elgin train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Elgin is 891 km. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Cardiff to Elgin.

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

Book your Cardiff 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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