The average train between Grimsby and Elgin takes 11h 20m and the fastest train takes 8h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Elgin at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 11h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 11m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Grimsby Town station and arriving at Elgin station via Doncaster station, Edinburgh Waverley station and Aberdeen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.
Grimsby to Elgin train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Elgin station.
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The distance between Grimsby and Elgin is 497.6 km. The road distance is 654 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Elgin via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 9h 59m.