What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Glasgow?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Glasgow is to bus which costs £16 - £26 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Glasgow?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Glasgow is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 50m and costs £50 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham station to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand G and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Glasgow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Durham to Glasgow?

The distance between Durham and Glasgow is 185 miles. The road distance is 157.9 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Glasgow without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Glasgow without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 50m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Glasgow?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Durham to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Glasgow bus from?

Durham to Glasgow bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Glasgow train from?

Durham to Glasgow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Train, bus or fly from Durham to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Durham to Glasgow is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 50m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £26 and takes 5h 42m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £180 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Durham to Glasgow bus arrive?

Durham to Glasgow bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Glasgow train arrive?

Durham to Glasgow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Durham to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Glasgow is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Durham to Glasgow.

How do I get a train ticket from Durham to Glasgow?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Durham to Glasgow?

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Where can I stay near Glasgow?

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Durham to Glasgow - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Durham to Glasgow by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Sheffield - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2h 50m
£55–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
5h 42m
£16–26
Drive 157 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Glasgowcar 157 mi
2h 56m
£40–57
Fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane NCL - GLA
5h 2m
£71–179
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 58m
£80–120
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane NCL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5h 54m
£45–184

Durham to Glasgow by train

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Distance: 183.5 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Glasgow, Scotland?

You can take a train from Durham to Glasgow Queen Street via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–26 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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