Train from Edinburgh to Durham: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Durham on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
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Waverley
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CrossCountryTrain
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London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
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CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Durham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage duration
166 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€21 - €66Average duration3h 5m
4kg CO₂e
Average price€17 - €168Average duration2h 8m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€28 - €28Average duration2h 50m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Durham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Durham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Durham start from €17. The average price for this train route is around €58. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Durham?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Durham is 2h 8m, covering a distance of 166 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Durham route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Durham?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Durham departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 17:30.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Durham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Durham?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Durham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Durham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Durham was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Durham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €17 to €103 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €17, which is on 2026-01-27.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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