How much does a train ticket from Elgin to Inverness cost?

The average train ticket price from Elgin to Inverness is $27. The best way to find train tickets from Elgin to Inverness is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Elgin to Inverness?

A train trip between Elgin and Inverness is around 45m, although the fastest train will take about 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Elgin and Inverness?

The number of trains from Elgin to Inverness can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Elgin to Inverness by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Inverness?

Once in Inverness, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Old High Church, Culloden Moor Visitor Centre, Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Inverness Castle Garrison Encounter.

Trains from Elgin to Inverness | ScotRail

Compare 2 ways to go from Elgin to Inverness.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $23	Average Duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$27 - $36	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Elgin to Inverness

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Inverness. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

45mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Elgin to Inverness: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$27

Average train trip duration45m

Number of daily trains10

Earliest train departure6:56am

Distance36 miles (57 km)

Latest train departure11:29pm

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/513 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4

Based on 13 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 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 $27.00

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Elgin to Inverness Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Elgin to Inverness was searched and found on May 10, 2025 with a price of $26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Elgin to Inverness, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $34 for a train ticket from Elgin to Inverness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-05-10.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Elgin and Inverness is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Inverness.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Inverness, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Elgin and Inverness, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Elgin to Inverness.

Did you know?

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You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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