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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Train | Aberdeen | Elgin | No tags | ||||
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Get from Aberdeen to Elgin
The journey takes about 1 hour 24 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the value for money. ScotRail ticket prices on this trip start at $18
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Elgin by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $18. The average price for this train route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aberdeen to Elgin?
The average train ride duration from Aberdeen to Elgin is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 52 miles (83 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators service the Aberdeen to Elgin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Aberdeen to Elgin?
The earliest train departs from Aberdeen to Elgin at 7:18am. And the latest train departs at 10:08pm.
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 Mar 23, 2026 with a price of $17To 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 $17 to $58 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 $17 which is on 2026-03-23.
