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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Elgin to Edinburgh
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- S$69
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- S$83
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 4 h 1 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 4 h 20 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 10
- Distance
- 189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elgin to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elgin to Edinburgh will cost around S$83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$69.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 10 trains from Elgin to Edinburgh, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L88776 · C146538:49 AM 4h25 Elgin station (ELG) 1:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$69 1 One-way 1 change- L86828 · L87074
9:52 AM 4h36 Elgin station (ELG) 2:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$69 1 One-way 1 change - L87298 · C14655
11:40 AM 4h53 Elgin station (ELG) 4:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$69 1 One-way 1 change - L86855 · L87081
1:26 PM 5h06 Elgin station (ELG) 6:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$69 1 One-way 1 change - L86847 · L87079
11:39 AM 4h45 Elgin station (ELG) 4:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$69 1 One-way 1 change
- C14661
5:37 AM 4h01 Elgin station (ELG) 9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$69 1 One-way 0 changes - L87286+
C020296:56 AM 4h20 Elgin station (ELG) 11:16 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$114 1 One-way 1 change - C14577+
G011536:32 AM 4h22 Elgin station (ELG) 10:54 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$114 1 One-way 1 change - L88776 · C14653
8:49 AM 4h25 Elgin station (ELG) 1:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$69 1 One-way 1 change - L86812+C02007
7:53 AM 4h32 Elgin station (ELG) 12:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$114 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Elgin to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Elgin to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price S$39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 7:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Elgin to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Elgin to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14661 | 5:37 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 4h01 | 9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01153+C14577 | 6:32 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 4h22 | 10:54 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L87286+C02029 | 6:56 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 4h20 | 11:16 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C14690 · L88094 · L87660 | 7:43 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 5h00 | 12:43 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| L86812+C02007 | 7:53 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 4h32 | 12:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L88776 · C14653 | 8:49 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 4h25 | 1:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L86828 · L87074 | 9:52 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 4h36 | 2:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L86847 · L87079 | 11:39 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 4h45 | 4:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L87298 · C14655 | 11:40 AM Elgin station (ELG) | 4h53 | 4:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L86855 · L87081 | 1:26 PM Elgin station (ELG) | 5h06 | 6:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Elgin and Edinburgh
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Elgin to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elgin to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Elgin and Edinburgh
Most Elgin to Edinburgh trains use the Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Elgin and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Elgin station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Elgin from Elgin city centre
Elgin is 1 km from Elgin city centre. Public transport options include:
Elgin train station facilities and services
Elgin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Elgin.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elgin. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elgin: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Elgin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elgin: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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