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The Wick Heritage Museum
Wick’s main heritage museum covers the herring boom, local life and maritime history in engaging displays near the harbour.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Elgin to Wick
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Elgin to Wick and enjoy the approximately 88 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 15:57.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 88 km |
First train 6:18 |
Last train 15:57 |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Elgin to Wick trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Elgin to Wick.
The train distance from Elgin to Wick is 88 km.
The first train from Elgin to Wick leaves at 6:18.
The last train from Elgin to Wick departs at 15:57.
Complete guide to Wick
Things to do in Wick
Discover the best of Wick — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wick trip today.
- Recommended
MV Swan
A preserved herring drifter beside Wick Harbour, showing how fishing crews worked and lived during the town’s busy fishing era.
Keiss Museum
A small local museum at nearby Sinclair’s Bay, with displays on village life, archaeology and the area’s social history.
- Recommended
Sinclair's Bay
A broad sandy bay north of Wick, popular for coastal walks, sea views and access to the dramatic ruins of Castle Sinclair Girnigoe.
- Recommended
Noss Head
A scenic clifftop viewpoint south of Wick with sweeping sea panoramas, seabirds and a rewarding sense of Caithness’s rugged coastline.
- Recommended
The Stacks of Duncansby
A striking sea stack and coastal viewpoint near Wick, best visited for short walks, photography and powerful North Sea scenery.
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- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Old Pulteney Single Malt Whisky
A local whisky from Wick and Caithness barley, noted for coastal character and for reviving the town’s long distilling heritage.
- Gluten-free
Cullen Skink
Scotland’s classic soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with the north-east fishing coast and often served in Wick.
- Gluten-free
Scotch-Cured Herring
Wick’s historic export, these strongly salted and cured herring were central to the town’s fishing boom and remain a defining local food tradition.
Morag's Cafe
Popular local café and eatery for breakfasts, lunches, baking and coffee, with a friendly casual atmosphere.
The Harbour Fish and Chip Shop
Harbour-side restaurant known for fish and chips, seafood and relaxed waterside dining in a practical modern setting.
Mackays Hotel Restaurant
Established hotel restaurant serving Scottish dishes, steaks and seafood in a comfortable, traditional dining room near the town centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Wick is moderate for UK travel. Hotels can be limited and pricier in peak season, while casual dining and local transport are usually manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis, and cafés usually just get small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £8.70
To the city centre
Wick Railway Station -> Wick Town Centre, Wick
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Traveline Scotland provides official journey planning for buses and trains across Scotland. Check live times before travel.
- In Caithness, Stagecoach states a £2 single fare cap applies on included Highland services. Buy before boarding where possible and ask the driver about contactless acceptance.
Plan your visit to Wick
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Wick.
Yes, the train journey from Elgin to Wick is considered scenic, offering views of the Moray Firth, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.
FAQs: Elgin to Wick train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elgin to Wick 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 Wick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Elgin to Wick in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Elgin to Wick.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Elgin and Wick
Most Elgin to Wick trains use the Elgin to Wick station pair. Use this guide to compare Elgin and Wick train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Elgin
Arrival train stations in Wick
Which Elgin station do trains to Wick leave from?
Trains from Elgin to Wick leave from Elgin. The station is 2 km from Elgin city centre at Elgin station, Station Road, Elgin, Moray, IV30 1QP.
ElginElgin station, Station Road, Elgin, Moray, IV30 1QP
City-centre transport
Getting to Elgin from Elgin city centre
Elgin is 1 km from Elgin city centre. Public transport options include:
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBuses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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.
Which Wick station do trains from Elgin arrive at?
Trains from Elgin to Wick arrive at Wick. Wick is 1 km from Wick city centre.
WickWick station, Station Road, Wick, Highland, KW1 4QT
City-centre transport
Getting to Wick from Wick city centre
Wick is 1 km from Wick city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus282, 82 · 0m · £2 · every ~5 min
Wick train station facilities and services
Wick 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 Wick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wick. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wick: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wick: 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, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Elgin to Wick
Check train stations information for Elgin and Wick, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Elgin that goes to Wick is Elgin, and it arrives at Wick.
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