The average train between Swindon and Elgin takes 12h 12m and the fastest train takes 9h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Swindon 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 Swindon and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 3:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 6:41 PM which arrives into Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 12h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Elgin station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.
Swindon to Elgin train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Elgin train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Elgin station.
Book your Swindon to Elgin train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Elgin is 684.5 km. The road distance is 1,074 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Elgin via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 11h 14m.