What is the cheapest way to get from Rutherglen to Elie?

The cheapest way to get from Rutherglen to Elie is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rutherglen to Elie?

The fastest way to get from Rutherglen to Elie is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Rutherglen and Elie?

No, there is no direct bus from Rutherglen to Elie. However, there are services departing from Mill Street and arriving at High Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Crichton Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Rutherglen and Elie?

No, there is no direct train from Rutherglen to Elie. However, there are services departing from Rutherglen and arriving at Leven via Glasgow Central and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Rutherglen to Elie?

The distance between Rutherglen and Elie is 90 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

How do I travel from Rutherglen to Elie without a car?

The best way to get from Rutherglen to Elie without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Rutherglen to Elie?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Rutherglen to Elie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rutherglen to Elie bus from?

Rutherglen to Elie bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Mill Street station.

Where do I catch the Rutherglen to Elie train from?

Rutherglen to Elie train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Rutherglen to Elie?

The best way to get from Rutherglen to Elie is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 267 bus and bus and line 99 bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Rutherglen to Elie bus arrive?

Rutherglen to Elie bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Rutherglen to Elie train arrive?

Rutherglen to Elie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Rutherglen to Elie?

Yes, the driving distance between Rutherglen to Elie is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Rutherglen to Elie.

Where can I stay near Elie?

There are 1216+ hotels available in Elie.

Rutherglen to Elie - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 267 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Rutherglen to Elie by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
3h 44m
£38–74
Drive 69.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rutherglen to Eliecar 69.5 mi
1h 26m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus Air
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
3h 49m
£35–58
Line 267 bus, bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the bus from Mill Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 267
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Crichton Street to Bus Stationbus 99 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus X61
4h 12m
£20–33

Rutherglen to Elie by train and bus

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3h 44mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.6 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Rutherglen, Scotland and Elie, Scotland?

You can take a train from Rutherglen to High Street via Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, Haymarket, Leven, and Bus Station in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Street to High Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, Crichton Street, and Bus Station in around 4h 12m.

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