- Distance: 198.1 mi
- Duration: 3h 59m
The average train between Elgin and Edinburgh takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Elgin to Edinburgh. 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 6 times a week between Elgin and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 5:37 AM which arrives into Edinburgh at 9:37 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin station and arriving at Edinburgh station. Services depart 6 times a week, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 3h 59m.
Elgin to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Elgin to Edinburgh train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Elgin and Edinburgh is 188.9 km. The road distance is 319 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 4h.
