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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Elgin is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Elgin. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Elgin West Road via Cumbernauld, Park and Ride and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Elgin via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Elgin?

The distance between Falkirk and Elgin is 198 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Elgin without a car is to train via Inverness which takes 4h 28m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Falkirk to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Elgin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Elgin train from?

Falkirk to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Elgin?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Elgin is to train via Inverness which takes 4h 28m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Falkirk to Elgin bus arrive?

Falkirk to Elgin bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Perth Broxden Park and Ride station.

Where does the Falkirk to Elgin train arrive?

Falkirk to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Elgin is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Falkirk to Elgin.

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

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

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Train via Inverness
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Invernesstrain London Kings Cross - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
4h 28m
£71–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cumbernauld to Perth Broxden Park and Ridebus
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus
6h 38m
£35–76
Drive 154.1 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Elgincar 154.1 mi
3h 14m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Larbert to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Elgin
4h 49m
£81–152

Falkirk to Elgin by train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.6 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Elgin via Inverness in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Elgin West Road via Cumbernauld, Park and Ride, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 6h 38m.

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