Bus from Ellon to Strichen
2 direct routes · about 33 min · first bus 04:55, last bus 23:45 (weekdays).
Next buses to Strichen as of 07:31
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Ellon, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X68 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~33 min | 10 | Sat 9 · no Sunday buses | 08:56 | 18:23 | Park & Ride (Stance 2) | Whitestripe (opp) | Cruden Bay, Clola & Mintlaw |
| 68 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~39 min | 7 | Sat 6 · Sun 12 | 04:55 | 23:45 | Park & Ride (Stance 2) | Whitestripe (opp) | Cruden Bay, Clola, Mintlaw & Crimond |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ellon on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every X68 bus or 68 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Ellon to Strichen?
2 routes run directly from Ellon to Strichen: the X68 (Stagecoach Bluebird), the 68 (Stagecoach Bluebird). The most frequent is the X68, 10 times each weekday — board at Park & Ride (Stance 2) and get off at Whitestripe (opp), about 33 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Ellon to Strichen?
Around 33 minutes on the X68, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Cruden Bay, Clola, Mintlaw on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Ellon to Strichen?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 04:55 and the last around 23:45. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ellon to Strichen?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.