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 61 bus from Prince Street, Peterhead station to Park & Ride, Ellon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 68 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Aberdeen station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 42 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.

222min
Bus - 6161
Bus - 6868
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 - 6161
    Wait for bus
    61
    Ellon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park & Ride, Ellon
    ID 630034041
    41 min
  • 4
    Bus - 6868
    Wait for bus
    68
    Aberdeen
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070111
    43 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    140 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    86 min
  • 9
    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 173.27 km, which can typically be travelled in 222 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 222 minutes, using Bus line 61, Bus line 68, 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 3 hr 42 min.

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

    The 61 bus line goes from Park & Ride, Ellon station near Peterhead to Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen 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 3 hr 42 min.

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

    Get on the 61 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 Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station, which is closest to Elgin in Scotland.

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