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Trip Overview

The train between Elgin and Manchester takes 7h 44m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Elgin to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 44m
Duration
416 mi
Distance
£166
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Elgin to Manchester train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Elgin and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 5:37 AM which arrives into Manchester at 1:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 44m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 44m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 44m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 45m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 44m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 44m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Elgin to Manchester? 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.

Map of how to get from Elgin to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 416.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 44m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket in around 7h 59m.

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