4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Elgin to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elgin to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elgin to Aberdeen will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 trains that leave Elgin for Aberdeen every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train for Elgin to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elgin to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 93 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Elgin to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Elgin to Aberdeen trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y65856 | On time 10:43 Elgin station (ELG) | 1h32 | 12:15 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y65863 | On time 13:14 Elgin station (ELG) | 1h30 | 14:44 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Elgin to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Elgin to Aberdeen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Elgin to Aberdeen trainsScotRail trains will get you between Elgin and Aberdeen from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Elgin to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elgin to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Elgin and Aberdeen
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 10:25 - 18:05
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
WifiParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the end of Station Road
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