Elgin travel guide
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You're Going to Love Elgin
With a population of 21 236, Elgin is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Elgin to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Elgin
How to Get to Elgin
Plane
Although Elgin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Inverness Airport (INV), which is located 27 miles from Elgin. The shortest flight to Elgin from the United States departs from Daytona Beach and takes around 17h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Elgin is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 117 miles from Elgin. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.
Airlines serving Elgin
Where to stay in popular areas of Elgin
Most booked hotels in Elgin
Renting a car in Elgin
Renting a car in Elgin costs $67 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Inverness.
Expect to pay $8.78 per gallon in Elgin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $105.39 and $140.51. The most frequently booked car type in Elgin is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.