What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Andrews to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Andrews to Elgin is to bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Andrews to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Saint Andrews to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Andrews and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Andrews station to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Elgin station via Overgate and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Saint Andrews and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Saint Andrews to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Elgin via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Saint Andrews to Elgin?

The distance between Saint Andrews and Elgin is 154 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Andrews to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Andrews to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Saint Andrews to Elgin?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Saint Andrews to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Andrews to Elgin bus from?

Saint Andrews to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where do I catch the Saint Andrews to Elgin train from?

Saint Andrews to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Saint Andrews to Elgin?

The best way to get from Saint Andrews to Elgin is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £30 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Saint Andrews to Elgin bus arrive?

Saint Andrews to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Saint Andrews to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saint Andrews to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Andrews to Elgin is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Saint Andrews to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 434+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 13m
£59–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus Ember
4h 44m
£20–29
Drive 126.7 mi
1. Drive from Saint Andrews to Elgincar 126.7 mi
2h 38m
£32–46
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
4h 32m
£47–100

Saint Andrews to Elgin by bus and train

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Distance: 152.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Saint Andrews, Fife, Scotland and Elgin, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Elgin twice daily. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Elgin station via Railway Station, Overgate, Union Square Bus Station, and Aberdeen Union Street in around 4h 44m.

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