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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: 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 |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aberdeen to Elgin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Aberdeen to Elgin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
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 €11
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 3m |
First bus 05:07 |
Last bus 21:30 |
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 €11
Bus providers: Megabus from Aberdeen to ElginYou can travel by bus between Aberdeen to Elgin with Megabus for as low as €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
€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
FAQs: Take the bus from Aberdeen to Elgin with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Aberdeen to Elgin.
Cheap coach tickets from Aberdeen to Elgin can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Aberdeen to Elgin is €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 coach time is 2 h 3 min covering the 92 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Aberdeen to Elgin leaves at 07: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Aberdeen to Elgin leaves at 21: 30.
There are 7 coaches a day from Aberdeen to Elgin which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Aberdeen to Elgin coach with Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey from Aberdeen to Elgin as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the coach 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 coach 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 to travel from Aberdeen to Elgin by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aberdeen and Elgin including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Aberdeen to Elgin has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Aberdeen to Elgin.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Aberdeen to Elgin.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Aberdeen to Elgin.
No, luggage for the coach from Aberdeen to Elgin needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Aberdeen to Elgin.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Aberdeen to Elgin.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Aberdeen to Elgin.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach 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
Accessibilityinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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