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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Elgin is to bus which costs £60 - £120 and takes 12h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs £110 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Elgin West Road via Leeds City Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Elgin via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Elgin?

The distance between Wakefield and Elgin is 438 miles. The road distance is 363.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs £220 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Wakefield to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Elgin bus from?

Wakefield to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Elgin train from?

Wakefield to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Elgin?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Elgin is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs £220 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Wakefield to Elgin bus arrive?

Wakefield to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Elgin train arrive?

Wakefield to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Elgin is 363 miles. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Wakefield to Elgin.

How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield to Elgin?

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Wakefield to Elgin - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Wakefield to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
8h 21m
£228–336
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus
12h 20m
£61–113
Drive 361 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Elgincar 361 mi
7h 14m
£88–127
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 8m
£95–235
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Northallertontrain
2. Take the train from Northallerton to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus
11h 29m
£129–196
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain
5h 20m
£111–258
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LBA - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain
7h 49m
£92–253
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 44m
£132–299
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Stevenagetrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain
7h 8m
£103–230

Wakefield to Elgin by train

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8h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 435.7 mi
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Elgin via Aberdeen in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Elgin West Road via Leeds City Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 12h 20m.

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