The average train between Bradford and Elgin takes 10h 25m and the fastest train takes 7h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Bradford 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 Bradford and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Elgin at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 10h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 36m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bradford 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 Bradford to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Elgin station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.
Bradford to Elgin train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.
Bradford to Elgin train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Elgin station.
Book your Bradford to Elgin train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bradford and Elgin is 439.8 km. The road distance is 700 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Elgin via York, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 9h 1m.