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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Glenrothes is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Glenrothes is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Glenrothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Glenrothes station. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay via Union Square Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Glenrothes?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Glenrothes. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Cupar via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Elgin to Glenrothes?

The distance between Elgin and Glenrothes is 167 miles. The road distance is 139.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Glenrothes without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Elgin to Glenrothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Glenrothes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Glenrothes train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Glenrothes?

The best way to get from Elgin to Glenrothes is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Elgin to Glenrothes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Glenrothes train arrive?

Elgin to Glenrothes train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cupar station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Glenrothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Glenrothes is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Elgin to Glenrothes.

Where can I stay near Glenrothes?

There are 773+ hotels available in Glenrothes.

Elgin to Glenrothes - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Cupartrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 29m
£72–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Baybus 40
5h 17m
£27–46
Drive 138.3 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Glenrothescar 138.3 mi
2h 46m
£34–49

Elgin to Glenrothes by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.5 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Cupar 6 times a week. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin station to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay via Aberdeen Union Street, Union Square Bus Station, and Seagate Bus Station in around 5h 17m.

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