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

The cheapest way to get from Portree to Elgin is to bus via Nairn which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portree to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portree and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Portree to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Somerled Square and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Portree to Elgin?

The distance between Portree and Elgin is 153 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portree to Elgin without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 47m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Portree to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portree to Elgin bus from?

Portree to Elgin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Somerled Square station.

Where does the Portree to Elgin bus arrive?

Portree to Elgin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Portree to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Portree to Elgin is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Portree to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 440+ hotels available in Elgin.

Portree to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
4h 47m
£38–71
Bus via Nairn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
4h 59m
£26–45
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Portree to Elgincar 148.4 mi
3h 5m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus Ember
5h 4m
£29–51

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Distance: 152.3 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 3h 21m.

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