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Portlethen to Elgin Train Route Details

First train
00:20

Last train
21:21

Journey time
1 hour 45 minutes

Distance
97 km

Price
$23.11*
How to book cheap train tickets from Portlethen 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 Portlethen to Elgin can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Portlethen to Elgin, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Portlethen to Elgin ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Portlethen to Elgin more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Portlethen to Elgin train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Portlethen to Elgin with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

Season train tickets
This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.








