The average train between Elgin and Laurencekirk takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin to Laurencekirk. 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 3 hours between Elgin and Laurencekirk. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Laurencekirk at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 23m • 1 change

2h 32m • 1 change

2h 11m • 1 change

2h 33m • 1 change

2h 18m • 1 change

2h 34m • 1 change

2h 59m • 1 change

2h 17m • 1 change

2h 19m • 1 change

2h 34m • 1 change

2h 59m • 1 change

2h 17m • 1 change

2h 34m • 1 change

2h 46m • 1 change

2h 2m • 1 change

2h 48m • 1 change

2h 18m • 1 change

2h 34m • 1 change

2h 59m • 1 change

2h 17m • 1 change

2h 18m • 1 change

2h 34m • 1 change

2h 59m • 1 change

2h 17m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Elgin to Laurencekirk? 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 Elgin to Laurencekirk. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Laurencekirk station via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Elgin to Laurencekirk train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Laurencekirk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Laurencekirk station.
Book your Elgin to Laurencekirk train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Elgin and Laurencekirk is 104.3 km. The road distance is 161 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Laurencekirk via Aberdeen in around 2h 41m.