How to get from Peterhead to Elgin by bus and train?

From Peterhead to Elgin by bus and train

To get from Peterhead to Elgin in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the X60 bus from Prince Street, Peterhead station to Park & Ride, Ellon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 49 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Inverurie station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Peterhead may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

169min
Bus - X60X60
Bus - 4949
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Prince Street, Peterhead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Peterhead
  • 2
    Bus - X60X60
    Wait for bus
    X60
    Ellon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park & Ride, Ellon
    ID 630034041
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Park & Ride, Ellon
    ID 630034043
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Inverurie
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Town Hall, Inverurie
    ID 630030262
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Inverurie
    240 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    64 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    900 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Peterhead to Elgin

The distance between Peterhead, Scotland and Elgin, Scotland is approximately 141.09 km, which can typically be travelled in 169 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Peterhead to Elgin by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Peterhead to Elgin

To check the bus and train timetable from Peterhead to Elgin using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Peterhead) and destination (Elgin), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Peterhead to Elgin?

    The fastest way takes 169 minutes, using Bus line X60, Bus line 49, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Peterhead and Elgin in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Peterhead to Elgin in Scotland?

    The X60 bus line goes from Park & Ride, Ellon station near Peterhead to Park & Ride, Ellon station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Park & Ride, Ellon station near Elgin in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Peterhead to Elgin in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Peterhead and Elgin in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Peterhead to get to Elgin in Scotland?

    Get on the X60 bus from the Park & Ride, Ellon stop near Peterhead in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Peterhead and Elgin in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Park & Ride, Ellon station, which is closest to Elgin in Scotland.

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