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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Haymarket | Durham | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Waverley | Durham | Fastest | ||||
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| Train | Waverley | Durham | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 1 hour 44 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Durham by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Durham cost?
The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Durham is $90. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Durham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Edinburgh to Durham?
A train trip between Edinburgh and Durham is around 1h 44m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 167 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Durham?
The number of trains from Edinburgh to Durham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Durham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Durham?
When taking the train from Edinburgh to Durham, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Durham was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Durham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $211 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-20.
Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
