The average train between Airdrie and Elgin takes 6h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Airdrie to Elgin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Airdrie and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 8:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Airdrie is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Buchanan Bus Station and take an average of 6h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Airdrie to Elgin? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Airdrie to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Airdrie station and arriving at Elgin station via Elgin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.
Airdrie to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Airdrie to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Elgin station.
Book your Airdrie to Elgin train tickets online with ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Airdrie and Elgin is 202.4 km. The road distance is 379 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin once daily. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 10m.