The average train between Elgin and Perth takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin to Perth. 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 2 hours between Elgin and Perth. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Perth at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Perth. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Perth station via Inverness station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Elgin to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.
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The distance between Elgin and Perth is 139.6 km. The road distance is 188 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Perth via Inverness in around 4h 8m.