4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Elgin
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€44
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€63
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 18
9
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Elgin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Elgin will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Elgin without transferring at least once.
C14628 · L873009:30 AM3h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:24 PMElgin station (ELG)€441One-way1 transfer- C14620 · L872935:30 AM4h19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:49 AMElgin station (ELG)€441One-way1 transfer
- L87648 · C14674 · L868476:36 AM5h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:38 AMElgin station (ELG)€441One-way2 transfers
- L87668 · C14680 · L873089:39 AM4h36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:15 PMElgin station (ELG)€731One-way2 transfers
- L87271 · L8687410:33 AM4h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:13 PMElgin station (ELG)€731One-way1 transfer
- C14628 · L873009:30 AM3h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:24 PMElgin station (ELG)€441One-way1 transfer
- C14620 · L872935:30 AM4h19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:49 AMElgin station (ELG)€441One-way1 transfer
- L87668 · C14680 · L873089:39 AM4h36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:15 PMElgin station (ELG)€731One-way2 transfers
- L87271 · L8687410:33 AM4h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:13 PMElgin station (ELG)€731One-way1 transfer
C01971+L8730910:31 AM4h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:11 PMElgin station (ELG)€731One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Elgin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Elgin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €48, while a flight costs an average of €264.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€48 Average price Cheapest | €264 Average price |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Elgin:
A train is €216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Elgin costing on average €264.
Other travel options to Elgin take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 10m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Elgin train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Elgin trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:31 AM Edinburgh | 4h40 | 3:11 PM Elgin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:35 AM Edinburgh | 4h44 | 4:19 PM Elgin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| C14620 · L87293 | 5:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h19 | 9:49 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 1 transfer | |
| C14575 · L87298 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h06 | 11:36 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 1 transfer | |
| L87648 · C14674 · L86847 | 6:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h02 | 11:38 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Elgin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Elgin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 7:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Elgin trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Elgin from €26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Elgin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Elgin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Elgin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Elgin
Most Edinburgh to Elgin trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Elgin station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Elgin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Elgin station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Elgin from Elgin city centre
Elgin is 1 km from Elgin city centre. Public transport options include:
Elgin train station facilities and services
Elgin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Elgin.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elgin. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elgin: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Elgin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elgin: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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