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Trains from London Waterloo to Elgin (ELG)

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12

train journeys
per day

443

miles (713 kms)

9hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 23:47

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Elgin (ELG)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Elgin , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Elgin is approximately 443 miles (713 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 11hrs 49 mins.

GWR, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, c2c, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Elgin.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Elgin. The fastest journey time on this route takes 9hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Elgin Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:00
    10 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:17
    11 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:38
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:22
    9 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    18:02
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:22
    9 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:07
    9 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    19:43
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:22
    10 hrs 2 changes
    21:22
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:52
    9 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:22
    9 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    22:16
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:22
    9 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    23:28
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:22
    15 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:35
    13 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:12
    24 hrs 16 mins 5 changes
    23:28
    London Waterloo
    Elgin
    London Waterloo to Elgin

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Elgin Station

Station name Elgin (ELG)
Address Elgin station, Station Road, Elgin, Moray, IV30 1QP
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 19:30
Saturday 06:25 - 19:30
Sunday 10:25 - 18:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo and Elgin

The travel time between London Waterloo and Elgin by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 11hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 9hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Elgin vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:47.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo and Elgin can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo & Elgin. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, c2c, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Elgin.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo and Elgin, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.