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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Durham is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 16m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Durham 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 10m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Durham?

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?

The distance between Glasgow and Durham is 186 miles. The road distance is 156.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £100 - £150.

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

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 bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Durham train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Durham?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Durham is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle Coach Station, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 10m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Glasgow to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Durham?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

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There are 7 ways to get from Glasgow to Durham 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 5m
£100–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
5h 16m
£18–30
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
5h 10m
£31–70
Drive 156 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Durhamcar 156 mi
2h 57m
£38–55
Fly from Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
4h 39m
£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 16m
£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
5h 58m
£44–179

Glasgow to Durham by train

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Distance: 185 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Durham, 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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