What is the cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Elgin is to line 302 bus and bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Elgin is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Loch Ness and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Loch Ness to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Village Green and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Loch Ness to Elgin?

The distance between Loch Ness and Elgin is 56 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

How do I travel from Loch Ness to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Elgin without a car is to line 917 bus and train which takes 2h 21m and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Loch Ness to Elgin?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Loch Ness to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loch Ness to Elgin bus from?

Loch Ness to Elgin bus services, operated by Highland Council, depart from Village Green station.

Where does the Loch Ness to Elgin bus arrive?

Loch Ness to Elgin bus services, operated by Highland Council, arrive at Bus Station Stance 5.

Can I drive from Loch Ness to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Loch Ness to Elgin is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Loch Ness to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 437+ hotels available in Elgin.

Loch Ness to Elgin - 5 ways to travel via train, line 917 bus, and line 302 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Loch Ness to Elgin by bus, train, or car

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Line 917 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Achnahannet Farm to Torvean Park & Ridebus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2h 21m
£18–32
Line 302 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Village Green to Bus Station Stance 5bus 302
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 5 to Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2h 21m
£6
Drive 69.2 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Elgincar 69.2 mi
1h 25m
£18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2h 27m
£21–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin stationbus Ember
2h 50m
£14–19

Loch Ness to Elgin by bus, foot, and train

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.8 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Loch Ness, Scotland and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Village Green to Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station in around 2h 21m.

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