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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Durham Castle is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Durham Castle is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Durham Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Durham Castle station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station Stand H via Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Durham Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Durham. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Durham Castle?

The distance between Glasgow and Durham Castle is 187 miles. The road distance is 157.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Durham Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £100 - £150.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Durham takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Durham Castle bus from?

Glasgow to Durham Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Durham Castle train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Durham Castle?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Durham Castle is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle Coach Station, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 17m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Glasgow to Durham Castle bus arrive?

Glasgow to Durham Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newcastle Coach Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Durham Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Durham Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Durham Castle is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Glasgow to Durham Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham Castle?

There are 1975+ hotels available in Durham Castle.

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There are 7 ways to get from Glasgow to Durham Castle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Durhamtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
3h 16m
£100–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
5h 23m
£18–30
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
5h 17m
£31–70
Drive 156.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Durham Castlecar 156.1 mi
2h 57m
£38–55
Fly from Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
4h 50m
£59–180
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 27m
£54–148
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EDI - NCL
6h 9m
£44–179

Glasgow to Durham Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 185.6 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Glasgow Central to Durham 3 times a day. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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