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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Elgin is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Elgin via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Elgin?

The distance between Hamilton and Elgin is 237 miles. The road distance is 177.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Hamilton to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Elgin bus from?

Hamilton to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Elgin train from?

Hamilton to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Elgin?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Elgin is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Hamilton to Elgin bus arrive?

Hamilton to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Hamilton to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Elgin is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Hamilton to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 431+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
5h 41m
£87–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
6h 14m
£36–71
Drive 176.6 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Elgincar 176.6 mi
3h 30m
£44–64
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 15m
£105–243

Hamilton to Elgin by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 236 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin once daily. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £19–29 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route hourly.

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