The average train between Ipswich and Elgin takes 14h 8m and the fastest train takes 10h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Ipswich 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 3 times a day between Ipswich and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 7:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ipswich is at 8:01 PM which arrives into Elgin at 3:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 14h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Elgin station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 8m.
Ipswich to Elgin train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.
Ipswich to Elgin train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Elgin station.
Book your Ipswich to Elgin train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Ipswich and Elgin is 684.1 km. The road distance is 955 km.
You can take a train from Ipswich to Elgin via Peterborough and Aberdeen in around 11h 24m.