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It takes an average of 15h 34m to travel from Elgin to London by train, over a distance of around 443 miles (712 km). There are normally 41 trains per day travelling from Elgin to London and tickets for this journey start from £71.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:29 | |
| Departure station | Elgin | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 8h 53m | |
| Distance | 443 miles (712 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £71.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Elgin to London in 8 hours 53 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Elgin to London? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 15 hours 34 minutes to travel the 443 miles (712 km) from Elgin to London by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 41 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to London. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Elgin to London in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £71.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Elgin to London?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.