Edinburgh to Elgin, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Edinburgh from Elgin, United Kingdom?
The distance from Edinburgh to Elgin, United Kingdom is 117.3 miles (188.8 km) as the crow flies. Elgin, United Kingdom is located N of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.7 miles, taking about 3h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United Kingdom.
For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh and Elgin, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Edinburgh to Elgin, United Kingdom
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
- You could travel this distance about 212.3 times to circle the Earth's equator