What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin to East Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to East Kilbride is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 6h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to East Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Elgin to East Kilbride is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to East Kilbride station. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3 and Sauchiehall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to East Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at East Kilbride via Aberdeen and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Elgin to East Kilbride?

The distance between Elgin and East Kilbride is 235 miles. The road distance is 179.8 miles.

How do I travel from Elgin to East Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Elgin to East Kilbride without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 59m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Elgin to East Kilbride?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Elgin to East Kilbride, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to East Kilbride bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to East Kilbride train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to East Kilbride?

The best way to get from Elgin to East Kilbride is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 59m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Elgin to East Kilbride bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to East Kilbride train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to East Kilbride is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Elgin to East Kilbride.

How do I get a train ticket from Elgin to East Kilbride?

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Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

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There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to East Kilbride by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 59m
£92–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
6h 34m
£41–76
Drive 178.7 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to East Kilbridecar 178.7 mi
3h 34m
£45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
5h 33m
£106–243
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
6h 1m
£92–150

Elgin to East Kilbride by train and foot

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Distance: 233.8 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and East Kilbride, Scotland?

You can take a train from Elgin to East Kilbride via Aberdeen, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Bus Station via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, and Sauchiehall Lane in around 6h 34m.

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