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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Elgin takes 9h 20m and the fastest train takes 7h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackpool to Elgin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 20m
Duration
403 mi
Distance
£177
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain train
  2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain train
  3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain train
9h 4m
£128–250

Blackpool to Elgin train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Blackpool and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 7:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 9h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail13h 27m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail9h 14m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 25m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail8h 8m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail14h 23m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail13h 12m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 12m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 25m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 12m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 25m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 12m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 25m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 12m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 25m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 17m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Elgin? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 403.3 mi
  • Duration: 9h 20m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Elgin via Preston, Haymarket, and Aberdeen in around 9h 4m.

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