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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Halifax is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 12h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Halifax is to train and fly which takes 5h 41m and costs £110 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Godley Bridge via Union Square Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Halifax?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Halifax via Edinburgh Waverley and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Elgin to Halifax?

The distance between Elgin and Halifax is 445 miles. The road distance is 360 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Halifax without a car is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs £150 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Elgin to Halifax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Halifax bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Halifax train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Halifax?

The best way to get from Elgin to Halifax is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs £150 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 12h 24m.

Where does the Elgin to Halifax bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Halifax train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Halifax is 360 miles. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Elgin to Halifax.

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

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Where can I stay near Halifax?

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Elgin to Halifax - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Elgin to Halifax by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 36m
£157–286
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 Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11
12h 24m
£37–62
Drive 357.9 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Halifaxcar 357.9 mi
7h 1m
£89–128
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
5h 58m
£97–238
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Elgin to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Halifaxtrain
8h 51m
£146–251
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Halifaxtrain
10h 31m
£86–129
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
5h 41m
£111–256
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane INV - LBA
7h 36m
£95–335
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain
7h 31m
£136–315

Elgin to Halifax by train

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Distance: 442.9 mi
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Halifax, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Halifax via Edinburgh Waverley and Leeds in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Godley Bridge via Union Square Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 12h 24m.

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