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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Perth is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Perth station. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin and arriving at Perth. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Elgin to Perth?

The distance between Elgin and Perth is 161 miles. The road distance is 117.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Perth without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £70 - £130.

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

The train from Elgin to Perth takes 3h 24m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Perth bus from?

Elgin to Perth bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin West Road station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Perth?

The best way to get from Elgin to Perth is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Elgin to Perth bus arrive?

Elgin to Perth bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Perth is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Elgin to Perth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Perthtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 24m
£70–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Stationbus Uk093 / ...
3h 55m
£19–31
Drive 117.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Perthcar 117.1 mi
2h 29m
£29–42

Elgin to Perth by train

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Perth 4 times a week. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Bus Station via Inverness Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 3h 55m.

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