The average train between Bristol and Elgin takes 11h 50m and the fastest train takes 11h 28m. There is at least one train per day from Bristol 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 once daily between Bristol and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 11:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 11:33 AM which arrives into Elgin at 11:27 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Elgin station via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.
Bristol to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Elgin train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Elgin station.
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The distance between Bristol and Elgin is 690.3 km. The road distance is 1,010 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Elgin via Aberdeen in around 11h 35m.