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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Portlethen is to bus and line 727 bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Portlethen is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Portlethen via Aberdeen Pittodrie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Portlethen via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Elgin to Portlethen?

The distance between Elgin and Portlethen is 78 miles. The road distance is 72.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Portlethen without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Elgin to Portlethen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Portlethen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Portlethen train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Portlethen?

The best way to get from Elgin to Portlethen is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Elgin to Portlethen bus arrive?

Elgin to Portlethen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Pittodrie station.

Where does the Elgin to Portlethen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Portlethen?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Portlethen is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Elgin to Portlethen.

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

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Elgin to Portlethen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 727 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2h 21m
£30–49
Bus, line 727 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 The Squarebus 727 / ...
2h 59m
£4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2h 53m
£13–20
Drive 72.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Portlethencar 72.1 mi
1h 26m
£18–26

Elgin to Portlethen by train

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Distance: 78 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Aberdeen every 3 hours. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Pittodrie hourly. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 2h 13m.

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