What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen is to bus via Cathedral Road which costs £2 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin (Station) and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elgin station station and arriving at Aberdeen Union Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin (Station) and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen?

The distance between Elgin (Station) and Aberdeen is 71 miles. The road distance is 65.4 miles.

How do I travel from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £27 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen?

The train from Elgin to Aberdeen takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen bus from?

Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin station.

Where do I catch the Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen train from?

Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen train arrive?

Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen?

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
1h 32m
£27–45
Bus via Cathedral Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 35 / ...
3h 3m
£2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2h 8m
£9–13
Drive 65 mi
1. Drive from Elgin (Station) to Aberdeencar 65 mi
1h 20m
£16–24

Elgin (Station) to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Elgin (Station), Scotland and Aberdeen, 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 Union Street hourly. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 2h 8m.

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