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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Durham is to bus which costs £16 - £26 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Durham is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Durham station. However, there are services departing from Weir Street and arriving at Bus Station Stand H via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Durham. Services depart six times a week, and operate Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Durham?

The distance between Falkirk and Durham is 163 miles. The road distance is 144.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Durham without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £55 - £80.

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

The train from Falkirk Grahamston to Durham takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Durham bus from?

Falkirk to Durham bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Weir Street station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Durham train from?

Falkirk to Durham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train, bus or fly from Falkirk to Durham?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Durham is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £55 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £26 and takes 5h 39m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £200 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Falkirk to Durham bus arrive?

Falkirk to Durham bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Falkirk to Durham train arrive?

Falkirk to Durham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Durham is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Falkirk to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

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There are 5 ways to get from Falkirk to Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Durhamtrain Inverness - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 16m
£55–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes Streetbus X38
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 39m
£16–26
Drive 143.9 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Durhamcar 143.9 mi
2h 55m
£36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EDI - NCL
5h 18m
£56–197
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h
£51–106

Falkirk to Durham by train

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Durham 6 times a week. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weir Street to Bus Station Stand H via Princes Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 5h 39m.

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