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How to get from Edinburgh to Elgin by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Elgin is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:38 AM4h45Edinburgh1:23 PMElgin$541One-way0 transfers
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8:38 AM4h45Edinburgh1:23 PMElgin$541One-way0 transfers
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10:31 AM4h40Edinburgh3:11 PMElgin$901One-way0 transfers
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10:32 AM4h41Edinburgh3:13 PMElgin$891One-way0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Elgin as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Elgin station (ELG).
- Travel with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway to go to Elgin by train.
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