The average train between Liverpool and Elgin takes 10h 4m and the fastest train takes 7h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Liverpool 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Liverpool and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Liverpool is at 8:13 PM which arrives into Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 10h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Liverpool 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.
No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Liverpool station and arriving at Elgin station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.
Liverpool to Elgin train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Liverpool to Elgin train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Elgin station.
Book your Liverpool to Elgin train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 3 other operators.
The distance between Liverpool and Elgin is 471.8 km. The road distance is 677 km.
You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Elgin via Preston, Haymarket, and Aberdeen in around 9h 38m.