What is the cheapest way to get from Livingston to Ellon?

The cheapest way to get from Livingston to Ellon is to bus which costs £16 - £25 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Livingston to Ellon?

The fastest way to get from Livingston to Ellon is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Livingston and Ellon?

No, there is no direct bus from Livingston to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Livingston Knightsridge and arriving at Market Street via Terminal, Overgate and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Livingston and Ellon?

No, there is no direct train from Livingston to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Livingston North and arriving at Aberdeen via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Livingston to Ellon?

The distance between Livingston and Ellon is 160 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

How do I travel from Livingston to Ellon without a car?

The best way to get from Livingston to Ellon without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Livingston to Ellon?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Livingston to Ellon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Livingston to Ellon bus from?

Livingston to Ellon bus services, operated by Xplore Dundee, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Livingston to Ellon train from?

Livingston to Ellon train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Livingston to Ellon?

The best way to get from Livingston to Ellon is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Livingston to Ellon bus arrive?

Livingston to Ellon bus services, operated by Xplore Dundee, arrive at Malmaison station.

Where does the Livingston to Ellon train arrive?

Livingston to Ellon train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Livingston to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Livingston to Ellon is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Livingston to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 545+ hotels available in Ellon.

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There are 4 ways to get from Livingston to Ellon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 26m
£44–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Bridge of Don Park and Ridebus Ember
5h 17m
£17–24
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Malmaisonbus Fly
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091 / ...
4h 36m
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Livingston to Elloncar 136.1 mi
2h 34m
£34–48

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Distance: 159.2 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Livingston, Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Livingston Knightsridge to Market Street via Terminal, Malmaison, Overgate, and Union Square Bus Station in around 4h 36m.

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