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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Crail is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Crail is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Crail?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Crail. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Bowling Green Place via Union Square Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Crail?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Crail. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Dundee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Elgin to Crail?

The distance between Elgin and Crail is 165 miles. The road distance is 137.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Crail without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Elgin to Crail, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Crail bus from?

Elgin to Crail bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Crail train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Crail?

The best way to get from Elgin to Crail is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Elgin to Crail bus arrive?

Elgin to Crail bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Crail train arrive?

Elgin to Crail train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Crail?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Crail is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Elgin to Crail.

Where can I stay near Crail?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Crail.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Dundeetrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h 8m
£70–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
5h 8m
£28–47
Drive 136.7 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Crailcar 136.7 mi
2h 53m
£34–49

Elgin to Crail by train and bus

6Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Dundee 6 times a week. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin station to Bowling Green Place via Aberdeen Union Street, Union Square Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 8m.

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