Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Dyce | Elgin | No tags | ||||
| Train | Aberdeen | Elgin | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dyce | Elgin | No tags | ||||
| Train | Aberdeen | Elgin | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dyce | Elgin | No tags |
Get from Aberdeen to Elgin
The journey takes about 1 hour 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 307, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained about the value for money. ScotRail ticket prices on this trip start at R 307
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aberdeen to Elgin by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Aberdeen to Elgin?
The cheapest train tickets from Aberdeen to Elgin start from R 307. The average price for this train route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aberdeen to Elgin?
The average train journey time from Aberdeen to Elgin is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 83 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Aberdeen to Elgin route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 19 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aberdeen to Elgin?
The earliest train from Aberdeen to Elgin departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 22:08.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aberdeen to Elgin was searched and found on 23 Mar 2026 with a price of R 291To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aberdeen to Elgin as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 291 to R 1 016 for a train ticket from Aberdeen to Elgin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 291, which is on 2026-03-23.
