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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Alford is to bus and line 231 bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Alford is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Alford?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Alford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kingsford Road via The Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Elgin to Alford?

The distance between Elgin and Alford is 72 miles. The road distance is 45.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Alford without a car is to train and line 421 bus which takes 2h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Elgin to Alford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Alford bus from?

Elgin to Alford bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Elgin to Alford bus arrive?

Elgin to Alford bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at The Square station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Alford?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Alford is 45 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Elgin to Alford.

Where can I stay near Alford?

There are 205+ hotels available in Alford.

Elgin to Alford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 421 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Elgin to Alford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 421 bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverurietrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Town Hall to Stewart Roadbus 421
2h 39m
Bus, line 231 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Squarebus 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Square to Kingsford Roadbus 231
2h 47m
£4
Drive 45 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Alfordcar 45 mi
59 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elgin to Alfordtaxi 45 mi
59 min
£150–190

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Alford, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Kingsford Road via The Square in around 2h 47m.

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