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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Durham is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Durham is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Scotland 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 Scotland to Durham?

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

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £80 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Scotland 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 Scotland to Durham train from?

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

Where does the Scotland to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Durham?

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

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

Book your Scotland to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1887+ hotels available in Durham.

Scotland to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 21 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Scotland to Durham by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Durhamtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
3h 5m
£80–120
Drive 156 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Durhamcar 156 mi
2h 57m
£39–56
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 15m
£53–119
Train, line 21 bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Newcastletrain
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Newgate Street to Bus Station Stand Cbus 21
4h 13m

Scotland to Durham by train

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Distance: 185 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Scotland and Durham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Glasgow Central to Durham 3 times a day. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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