What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station is to bus via Nairn which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Edinburgh Waverley Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station station. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Edinburgh Waverley Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

The distance between Elgin and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 199 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

How do I travel from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station without a car?

The best way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £85 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

The train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley takes 4h including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station bus from?

Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin West Road station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station train from?

Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

The best way to get from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station is to train which takes 4h and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station bus arrive?

Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

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Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h
£85–160
Bus via Nairn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
6h
£35–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
5h 27m
£37–70
Drive 160.3 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Stationcar 160.3 mi
3h 21m
£39–57

Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley Station by train

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Distance: 198.1 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Edinburgh Waverley Station, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Edinburgh Waverley Station via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 5h 27m.

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