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Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as US$48.36, with average prices for this route around US$50.30.

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

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Wed, Jul 9
From US$48.36
Thu, Jul 10
From US$108.95
Fri, Jul 11
From US$108.95
Sat, Jul 12
From US$108.95
Sun, Jul 13
From US$108.95
Mon, Jul 14
From US$108.95
Tue, Jul 15
From US$108.95

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
03:05 Edinburgh Gateway	09:49 Elgin	6h 44m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:14 Edinburgh Gateway	11:36 Elgin	5h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:48 Edinburgh Gateway	11:38 Elgin	4h 50m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:28 Edinburgh Gateway	13:23 Elgin	4h 55m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:20 Edinburgh Gateway	13:24 Elgin	4h 4m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:50 Edinburgh Gateway	14:15 Paris	4h 25m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin Train Route Details

First train

03:05

Last train

23:26

Departure station

Edinburgh Gateway

Arrival station

Elgin

Journey time

4h 4m

Distance

190 km

Price

US$48.36*

Train operators

ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin Train prices and times

Edinburgh Gateway to Elgin Train Route Details