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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Elgin

Showing times and prices for 04 Aug

Cheapest price

£71

Average price

£71

Fastest journey

4 h 12 m

Average duration

4 h 12 m

Trains per day

Distance

206 km

Cheap tickets

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow to Elgin will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Elgin every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.

11:074h12
Glasgow
15:19Elgin
£711One-way
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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 £39. 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 £39, and a flight costs an average of £118.

Distance: 206 km

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Most popular Train	Flight
£72 Average Price Cheapest	£140 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

Live departures

Glasgow to Elgin train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Elgin trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
C14674 · L86847	On time 7:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	4h31	11:38 Elgin station (ELG)	1 change
L86907 · L87300	8:40 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	4h44	13:24 Elgin station (ELG)	1 change
C15294 · C14678 · L86855	8:49 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	4h34	13:23 Elgin station (ELG)	2 changes
C14680 · L87308	10:08 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	4h07	14:15 Elgin station (ELG)	1 change
C14598 · L87309	10:41 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	4h30	15:11 Elgin station (ELG)	1 change
L86912 · L87313	11:41 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	5h57	17:38 Elgin station (ELG)	1 change
This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Elgin

United 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 £39 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 18:56. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 4h 8m.

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

206 km

Average train duration

4h 15m

Cheapest ticket price

£39

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 8m

First train

4:59

Last train

18:56

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

Price information

Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Elgin trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Elgin from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Scotrail

About

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 8m

Cheapest Price

£39

Scotrail frequency

6 a day

Luggage included

2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions mentioned above

Refund

Full refund if service canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities

Seat reservation

Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free

Quiet zone

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Complete guide to Elgin

Things to do in Elgin

Discover the best of Elgin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Elgin trip today.

Recommended

Elgin Museum

Elgin's main museum covers Moray's archaeology, natural history and social heritage, making it the best introduction to the area.

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Recommended

Elgin Cathedral Visitor Centre

Interpretation displays at the cathedral visitor centre explain the site's history and stone carving, adding context to the ruins outside.

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Moray Motor Museum

Volunteer-run heritage museum with recreated shopfronts, domestic rooms and local displays that bring everyday Moray life to life.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Accommodation is often cheaper than major Scottish cities, while dining and local transport are fairly standard for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget: £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: £45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £2.80-4 for a cappuccino or latte.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is modest, such as small change.

FAQs: Glasgow to Elgin train

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.

The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Elgin can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £72.

The train journey from Glasgow to Elgin covers a distance of 206 km and takes approximately 4h 8m. Trains run 7 per day.

The train distance from Glasgow to Elgin is 206 km.

The first train from Glasgow to Elgin leaves at 4:59.

The last train from Glasgow to Elgin departs at 18:56.

Trains from Glasgow to Elgin run approximately 7 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Elgin.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Elgin.

To get from Glasgow to Elgin, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.

There is no night train service from Glasgow to Elgin.

The train station in Glasgow that goes to Elgin is Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), and it arrives at Elgin station (ELG).

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Elgin is by train, costing approximately £39.

Booking trains from Glasgow to Elgin in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Glasgow to Elgin is considered scenic as it passes through the beautiful Scottish Highlands, offering views of rolling hills, picturesque landscapes, and charming villages along the way.

A day trip from Glasgow to Elgin is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 8m each way. The distance is 206 km, and there are 6 trains per day.

To fully explore Elgin, a stay of two to three days is recommended, allowing time to visit its historic landmarks, such as Elgin Cathedral, and enjoy the local culture and scenery.

Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Elgin.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and 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.

Departure train stations in Glasgow

Arrival train stations in Elgin

Which Glasgow station do trains to Elgin leave from?

Trains from Glasgow to Elgin leave from Glasgow Queen Street. The station is 1 km from Glasgow city centre at Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AF.

Glasgow Queen StreetGlasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AF Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre

Bus19, 38C, 38A, 38B, 38E, 38, 57A, 57 · 2m · £2 · every ~46 min

15 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~7 min

SubwaySub · 23m · £2 · every ~57 min

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.

More about Glasgow Queen Street

Glasgow CentralGordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre

Bus18, 10, 6, X8, N267, 18A, 75, 7A, 7, N18, 263, 267 · 2m · £2 · every ~78 min

SubwaySub · 26m · £2 · every ~57 min

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.