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Manchester to Elgin train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Elgin? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 55.62, with average prices for this route around AU$ 64.85.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
04:57 8h 26m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	13:23 Elgin	Find Tickets
05:49 9h 22m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	15:11 Elgin	Find Tickets
06:26 7h 49m, No direct Manchester Oxford Road	14:15 Elgin	Find Tickets
06:26 8h 45m, No direct Manchester Oxford Road	15:11 Elgin	Find Tickets
06:39 8h 32m, No direct Deansgate	15:11 Elgin	Find Tickets
07:15 9h 4m, No direct Manchester Victoria	16:19 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Elgin train route details

First train

04:22

Last train

23:40

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Elgin

Journey time

7h 38m

Distance

469 km

Price

AU$ 55.62*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Elgin

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 for greater savings

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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Elgin ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester to Elgin train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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