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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Elgin
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Elgin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Elgin will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Elgin on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 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.
9:41 AM4h30Glasgow2:11 PMElgin$541One-way0 transfers- 11:07 AM4h12Glasgow3:19 PMElgin$961One-way0 transfers
- 10:41 AM4h32Glasgow3:13 PMElgin$1341One-way0 transfers
- 11:07 AM4h12Glasgow3:19 PMElgin$961One-way0 transfers
- 9:41 AM4h30Glasgow2:11 PMElgin$541One-way0 transfers
- 10:41 AM4h32Glasgow3:13 PMElgin$1341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Glasgow to Elgin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Elgin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$98 Average price Cheapest | $191 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Elgin:
A train is $93 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Elgin costing on average $191 (€156).
Other travel options to Elgin take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 15m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Elgin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Elgin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 18:56. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 6:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Elgin trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Elgin from $53 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Elgin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Elgin 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 Elgin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Elgin
Most Glasgow to Elgin trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Elgin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Elgin leave from?
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Elgin station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
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.
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