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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Livingston is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Livingston is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Livingston?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Livingston Knightsridge via Union Square Bus Station and Ingliston Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Livingston?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Livingston North via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Elgin to Livingston?

The distance between Elgin and Livingston is 212 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Livingston without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Elgin to Livingston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Livingston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Livingston train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Livingston?

The best way to get from Elgin to Livingston is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Aberdeen, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Elgin to Livingston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Livingston train arrive?

Elgin to Livingston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Livingston?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Livingston is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Elgin to Livingston.

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

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Where can I stay near Livingston?

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Elgin to Livingston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Elgin to Livingston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h 28m
£82–132
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Ingliston Park & Ridebus Uk092 / ...
6h 12m
£21–32
Drive 160.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Livingstoncar 160.1 mi
3h 16m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
6h 36m
£23–35

Elgin to Livingston by train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.4 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Haymarket 6 times a week. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Livingston Knightsridge via Union Square Bus Station and Ingliston Park and Ride in around 6h 12m.

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