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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Carnoustie is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Carnoustie is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queen Street via Union Square Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Carnoustie via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Elgin to Carnoustie?

The distance between Elgin and Carnoustie is 130 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Carnoustie without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Elgin to Carnoustie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Carnoustie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Carnoustie train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Elgin to Carnoustie is to train via Aberdeen which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Elgin to Carnoustie bus arrive?

Elgin to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Elgin to Carnoustie train arrive?

Elgin to Carnoustie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Carnoustie is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Elgin to Carnoustie.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

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

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carnoustietrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
3h 16m
£40–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091 / ...
4h 36m
£17–32
Drive 107.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Carnoustiecar 107.2 mi
2h 22m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 25m
£51–83

Elgin to Carnoustie by train

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Distance: 129.5 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Carnoustie via Aberdeen in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Queen Street via Union Square Bus Station, Overgate, and High Street in around 4h 36m.

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