The average train between Sheffield and Elgin takes 10h 29m and the fastest train takes 7h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Elgin at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 10h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 34m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Elgin station via Edinburgh Waverley station and Aberdeen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.
Sheffield to Elgin train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.
Sheffield to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Elgin station.
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The distance between Sheffield and Elgin is 488.5 km. The road distance is 624 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Elgin via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 9h 24m.