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Compare train for Aberdeen to Elgin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Elgin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Aberdeen to Elgin by train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aberdeen to Elgin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $13 (€11)
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 3m |
First bus 05:07 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Aberdeen to Elgin start from as low as $21 (€17) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $27 (€22) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $13 (€11)
Bus providers: Megabus from Aberdeen to ElginYou can travel by bus between Aberdeen to Elgin with Megabus for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Megabus frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
FAQs: Bus from Aberdeen to Elgin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Elgin by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Elgin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Aberdeen to Elgin can start from as little as $21 (€18) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Aberdeen to Elgin is $22 (€18); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Aberdeen to Elgin bus time is 2 h 3 min covering the 57 mile (92 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Aberdeen to Elgin leaves at 7: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Aberdeen to Elgin leaves at 9: 30PM.
There are 7 buses a day from Aberdeen to Elgin which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the best Aberdeen to Elgin bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services from Aberdeen to Elgin to compare what amenities they may offer.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Aberdeen, Guild Street, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Elgin, Bus Station, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Elgin from Aberdeen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Aberdeen to Elgin is March.
You have options as you can travel between Aberdeen and Elgin 2 different ways: train or bus.
No, the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin.
No, luggage for the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Aberdeen to Elgin
Aberdeen
Elgin
The major bus station for departures in Aberdeen is Aberdeen, Guild Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aberdeen, Guild Street for your trip from Aberdeen to Elgin.
Aberdeen, Guild Street
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The major bus station for arrivals in Elgin is Elgin, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Elgin, Bus Station for your trip to Elgin from Aberdeen.
Elgin, Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
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Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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