How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Durham?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Durham start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Durham?

The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Durham is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 103 miles (166 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 38m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway .

Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Durham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , London North Eastern Railway , Transpennine Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Durham?

The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Durham at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:45pm.

What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Durham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Durham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Durham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Durham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to Durham from $19

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Durham on January 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:08pm	Waverley	2h 8m	6:16pm	Durham	Cheapest
Train	8:08am	Waverley	1h 43m	9:51am	Durham	Fastest
Train	7:48am	Haymarket	2h 3m	9:51am	Durham	No tags
Train	10:20am	Haymarket	2h 18m	12:38pm	Durham	No tags
Train	4:08pm	Waverley	2h 8m	6:16pm	Durham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 8:16 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Durham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

103 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $80	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $193	Average Duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $32	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/545 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3.9

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Durham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Durham start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Durham?
The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Durham is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 103 miles (166 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 38m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Durham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Durham?
The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Durham at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:45pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Durham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Durham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/28

$35

12/29

$35

Today

$22

12/31

No data

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Durham was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $22

To 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.

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.