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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Elgin (ELG)

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15

train journeys
per day

298

miles (480 kms)

8hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Elgin (ELG)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Elgin , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Elgin is approximately 298 miles (480 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 29 mins.

Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Elgin.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Elgin. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 12 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Manchester Airport to Elgin

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Elgin Today

  • Mon 20th Jan
    04:07
    9 hrs 16 mins4 changes
    13:23
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:03
    8 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    14:15
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:25
    8 hrs 46 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:04
    8 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    16:19
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:17
    9 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    17:38
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:04
    7 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    18:02
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:29
    8 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    18:49
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:29
    8 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    21:22
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:04
    8 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    22:16
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:29
    8 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    23:28
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    16:04
    13 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    05:36
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    17:17
    14 hrs 25 mins4 changes
    07:42
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    19:29
    14 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    09:49
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    20:17
    15 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    11:36
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    23:46
    13 hrs 37 mins4 changes
    13:23
    Manchester Airport
    Elgin
    Manchester Airport to Elgin

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
AddressManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed byTP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Elgin Station

Station name Elgin (ELG)
AddressElgin station, Station Road, Elgin, Moray, IV30 1QP
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:25 - 19:30
Saturday 06:25 - 19:30
Sunday 10:25 - 18:05
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Elgin

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Elgin by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Elgin vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport & Elgin. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Elgin.

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