Bus from Strichen to Ellon
2 direct routes · about 38 min · first bus 04:04, last bus 21:26 (weekdays).
Next buses to Ellon as of 02:32
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Strichen, 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 | ~38 min | 11 | Sat 9 · no Sunday buses | 05:55 | 16:28 | Whitestripe (at) | Park & Ride (Stance 1) | Mintlaw, Clola & Cruden Bay |
| 68 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~39 min | 6 | Sat 6 · Sun 12 | 04:04 | 21:26 | Whitestripe (at) | Park & Ride (Stance 1) | Crimond, Mintlaw, Clola & Cruden Bay |
Times are for the first boarding point in Strichen 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 Strichen to Ellon?
2 routes run directly from Strichen to Ellon: the X68 (Stagecoach Bluebird), the 68 (Stagecoach Bluebird). The most frequent is the X68, 11 times each weekday — board at Whitestripe (at) and get off at Park & Ride (Stance 1), about 38 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Strichen to Ellon?
Around 38 minutes on the X68, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Mintlaw, Clola, Cruden Bay on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Strichen to Ellon?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 04:04 and the last around 21:26. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Strichen to Ellon?
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.