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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Aviemore is to line 36 bus and bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Aviemore is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Aviemore via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Elgin to Aviemore?

The distance between Elgin and Aviemore is 69 miles. The road distance is 45.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Aviemore without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £10 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Elgin to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Aviemore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Aviemore train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Elgin to Aviemore is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £10 - £16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Elgin to Aviemore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Aviemore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Aviemore is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Elgin to Aviemore.

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

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Where can I stay near Aviemore?

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Elgin to Aviemore - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 36 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Aviemore by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Stationbus Uk093 / ...
2h 20m
£10–16
Line 36 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Speyside High Schoolbus 36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Speyside High School to Bus Shelterbus 37A
3. Take the bus from Bus Shelter to MacKenzies Hotelbus 37A
3h 49m
£6
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aviemoretrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 24m
£27–55
Drive 45.4 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Aviemorecar 45.4 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elgin to Aviemoretaxi 45.4 mi
1h 1m
£150–190

Elgin to Aviemore by bus

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Distance: 68.5 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Station via Inverness Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elgin to Aviemore via Inverness in around 2h 24m.

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