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Explore cheap prices from Elgin to Edinburgh

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Elgin to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

HK$224.66

Tue3Jun

HK$598.72

Wed4Jun

HK$598.72

Thu5Jun

HK$598.72

Fri6Jun

HK$598.72

Sat7Jun

HK$598.72

Sun8Jun

HK$598.72

Mon9Jun

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Elgin to Edinburgh train prices and times

Looking to travel from Elgin to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as HK$224.66, with average prices for this route around HK$392.34.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Tue, Jun 3
From HK$224.66
Wed, Jun 4
From HK$598.72
Thu, Jun 5
From HK$598.72
Fri, Jun 6
From HK$598.72
Sat, Jun 7
From HK$598.72
Sun, Jun 8
From HK$598.72
Mon, Jun 9
From HK$598.72

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:37 Elgin	09:38 Edinburgh (Waverley)	4h 1m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:32 Elgin	10:52 Edinburgh Gateway	4h 20m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:32 Elgin	10:54 Edinburgh (Waverley)	4h 22m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Elgin	11:15 Edinburgh (Waverley)	4h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:43 Elgin	12:29 Edinburgh Gateway	4h 46m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:53 Elgin	12:22 Paris	4h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Elgin to Edinburgh train route details

First train

05:37

Last train

23:29

Departure station

Elgin

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

4h 1m

Distance

118 miles

Price

HK$224.66*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Elgin to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Elgin to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Elgin to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Elgin to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Elgin to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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