The average train between Scarborough and Elgin takes 10h 16m and the fastest train takes 7h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Scarborough 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 Scarborough and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Elgin at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 10h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Scarborough 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 Scarborough to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Elgin station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.
Scarborough to Elgin train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Elgin train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Elgin station.
Book your Scarborough to Elgin train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Scarborough and Elgin is 416.2 km. The road distance is 712 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Elgin via York, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 8h 57m.