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Manchester to Elgin Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Elgin? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €31.27, with average prices for this route around €36.46. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:48 8 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	15:11 Elgin	Find Tickets
07:15 9 hours 4 minutes, Changes required Manchester Victoria	16:19 Elgin	Find Tickets
07:15 10 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Manchester Victoria	17:38 Elgin	Find Tickets
08:24 7 hours 55 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	16:19 Elgin	Find Tickets
08:38 9 hours, Changes required Deansgate	17:38 Elgin	Find Tickets
08:48 9 hours 14 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	18:02 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Elgin Train Route Details

First train

04:22

Last train

20:39

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Elgin

Journey time

7 hours 38 minutes

Distance

469 km

Price

€31.27*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Elgin

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Elgin can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Elgin for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Elgin, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Manchester to Elgin more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Elgin train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester to Elgin with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Manchester to Elgin Train prices and times

Manchester to Elgin Train Route Details