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Elgin to Methil trains

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The average train between Elgin and Methil takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin to Methil. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 19m
Duration
168 mi
Distance
£77
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Elgin to Methil train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Elgin and Methil. 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 Methil at 12:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Cupar and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail5h 10m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailCross CountryScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailCross CountryScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailCross CountryScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailCross CountryScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 34m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailCross CountryScotRail4h 36m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 30m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail4h 55m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail6h 9m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailCaledonian SleeperScotRail5h 33m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Elgin to Methil? 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.

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  • Distance: 167.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Methil, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Cupar 6 times a week. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 3h.

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