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

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Elgin is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Elgin West Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Greenock to Elgin?

The distance between Greenock and Elgin is 251 miles. The road distance is 191 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Elgin without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 2m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Greenock to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Elgin bus from?

Greenock to Elgin bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where does the Greenock to Elgin bus arrive?

Greenock to Elgin bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Elgin is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Greenock to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 439+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Dundas Streetbus 906 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 2m
£95–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus
7h 1m
£42–75
Drive 189.8 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Elgincar 189.8 mi
3h 54m
£47–68
Fly, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane GLA - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain
6h 41m
£107–263

Greenock to Elgin by bus and train

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6h 2mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.1 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Stance 1 to Elgin West Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 7h 1m.

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