What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Elgin is to bus via Nairn which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from East Kilbride to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Whitemoss Roundabout and arriving at Elgin West Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Elgin?

The distance between East Kilbride and Elgin is 236 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Elgin without a car is to line 6 bus and train which takes 6h 15m and costs £85 - £160.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Elgin?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from East Kilbride to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Elgin bus from?

East Kilbride to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the East Kilbride to Elgin bus arrive?

East Kilbride to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Elgin is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from East Kilbride to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 434+ hotels available in Elgin.

East Kilbride to Elgin - 5 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from East Kilbride to Elgin by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 6 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Streetbus 6 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 15m
£89–155
Bus via Nairn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
7h 7m
£38–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus Ember
6h 55m
£41–75
Drive 178.5 mi
1. Drive from East Kilbride to Elgincar 178.5 mi
3h 34m
£45–65
Fly, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane GLA - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain
6h 18m
£105–243

East Kilbride to Elgin by bus and train

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.7 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Whitemoss Roundabout to Elgin West Road via Buchanan Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 6h 55m.

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