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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Montrose is to bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Montrose is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Montrose High Street via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Montrose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin and arriving at Montrose. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Elgin to Montrose?

The distance between Elgin and Montrose is 111 miles. The road distance is 90 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £45 - £90.

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

The train from Elgin to Montrose takes 2h 8m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Montrose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Montrose train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Montrose?

The best way to get from Elgin to Montrose is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Elgin to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Montrose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Montrose is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Elgin to Montrose.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Elgin to Montrose?

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Where can I stay near Montrose?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Montrosetrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2h 8m
£45–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Montrose High Streetbus Ember
4h 3m
£16–23
Drive 89.5 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Montrosecar 89.5 mi
1h 58m
£22–32
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Montrosetrain Inverurie - Montrose / ...
2h 34m
£43–91

Elgin to Montrose by train

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Distance: 110 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Montrose 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin station to Montrose High Street via Aberdeen Union Street in around 4h 3m.

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