How to travel from Elgin to Aberdeen

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from Elgin to Aberdeen

How to get from Elgin to Aberdeen by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Elgin to Aberdeen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ScotrailL86949
    5:47 PM1h27
    Elgin station (ELG)
    7:14 PMAberdeen station (ABD)
    4571One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • ScotrailL86949
    5:47 PM1h27
    Elgin station (ELG)
    7:14 PMAberdeen station (ABD)
    4571One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ScotrailL86949
    5:47 PM1h27
    Elgin station (ELG)
    7:14 PMAberdeen station (ABD)
    4571One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ScotrailL86935
    4:11 PM1h28
    Elgin station (ELG)
    5:39 PMAberdeen station (ABD)
    4571One-way
    0 transfers
  • ScotrailC14605
    1:14 PM1h32
    Elgin station (ELG)
    2:46 PMAberdeen station (ABD)
    4571One-way
    0 transfers
  • ScotrailC14601
    10:43 AM1h32
    Elgin station (ELG)
    12:15 PMAberdeen station (ABD)
    7921One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Elgin to Aberdeen

Travel to Aberdeen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Elgin to Aberdeen.

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You can travel between Elgin and Aberdeen by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Elgin to Aberdeen is a train with an average price of Kč564.
The fastest way to travel from Elgin to Aberdeen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.

Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 0m.

The distance from Elgin to Aberdeen is approximately 57 miles (93 km).
The average frequency per day from Elgin to Aberdeen is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Elgin and Aberdeen as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Elgin to Aberdeen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Elgin station (ELG) and arrive in Aberdeen station (ABD).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Elgin to Aberdeen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Megabus to go to Aberdeen by bus.
  • Travel with Scotrail to go to Aberdeen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Elgin to Aberdeen with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Megabus.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
Omio customers who travel from Elgin to Aberdeen often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Inverness. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aberdeen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Aberdeen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Aberdeen, you can explore the Aberdeen Art Gallery with its impressive art collection, enjoy the scenic Aberdeen Beach Esplanade, and visit the serene Cruickshank Botanic Garden. Discover history at Provost Skene's House and catch a show at His Majesty's Theatre. Don't miss the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, St Machar's Cathedral, and the picturesque Footdee fishing village. Relax in Duthie Park or delve into military history at The Gordon Highlanders Museum.
To explore Aberdeen's main attractions, such as the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Duthie Park, and the historic Aberdeen Art Gallery, a 2 to 3-day visit is typically sufficient.

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