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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Lochgelly is to bus which costs £17 - £27 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Lochgelly is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Lochgelly?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Lochgelly. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lochgelly Centre via Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Lochgelly?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Lochgelly. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Cupar via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Elgin to Lochgelly?

The distance between Elgin and Lochgelly is 179 miles. The road distance is 140.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Lochgelly without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Elgin to Lochgelly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Lochgelly bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Lochgelly train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Lochgelly?

The best way to get from Elgin to Lochgelly is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £27 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Elgin to Lochgelly bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Lochgelly train arrive?

Elgin to Lochgelly train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Lochgelly?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Lochgelly is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Elgin to Lochgelly.

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

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Where can I stay near Lochgelly?

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Elgin to Lochgelly - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Lochgelly by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Cupartrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 19m
£63–103
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 Park & Ridebus Uk092 / ...
5h 45m
£17–27
Drive 139.8 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Lochgellycar 139.8 mi
3h 6m
£35–51
Train via Inverness
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Lochgellytrain
5h 57m
£53–119
Bus via Rosyth
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Rosythbus Ember
7h 20m
£25–37

Elgin to Lochgelly by train

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5h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.2 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Cupar 6 times a week. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Lochgelly Centre via Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride in around 5h 45m.

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