What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle?

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Retail Park via Bus Station Stance 3 and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Alnmouth via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Elgin to Alnwick Castle?

The distance between Elgin and Alnwick Castle is 293 miles. The road distance is 242.9 miles.

How do I travel from Elgin to Alnwick Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £120 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Alnwick Castle bus from?

Elgin to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin West Road station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Alnwick Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Alnwick Castle?

The best way to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Elgin to Alnwick Castle bus arrive?

Elgin to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Alnwick Castle train arrive?

Elgin to Alnwick Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Alnwick Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Alnwick Castle is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Elgin to Alnwick Castle.

Where can I stay near Alnwick Castle?

There are 1974+ hotels available in Alnwick Castle.

Elgin to Alnwick Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Elgin to Alnwick Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 31m
£125–237
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
8h 41m
£48–110
Drive 241.4 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Alnwick Castlecar 241.4 mi
4h 56m
£59–85

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Distance: 291 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Alnwick Castle, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Alnwick Castle via Edinburgh Waverley and Alnmouth in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Alnwick Castle via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Retail Park in around 8h 41m.

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