The average train between Elgin and Alness takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin to Alness. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Elgin and Alness. The earliest departure is at 9:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Alness at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Alness. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Alness station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Elgin to Alness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Alness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Alness station.
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The distance between Elgin and Alness is 55.9 km. The road distance is 104 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Alness via Inverness in around 2h 35m.