How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Durham cost?

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Durham is £48. 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 train 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 104 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train 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 12. 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.

Train Edinburgh to Durham from £24

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Durham on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	Waverley	1h 48m	08:52	Durham	Cheapest
Train	09:00	Waverley	1h 38m	10:38	Durham	Fastest
Train	07:47	Haymarket	2h 5m	09:52	Durham	No tags
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 40m	08:40	Durham	No tags
Train	07:47	Haymarket	2h 5m	09:52	Durham	No tags
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 40m	08:40	Durham	No tags
Train	08:52	Haymarket	1h 59m	10:51	Durham	No tags
Train	08:00	Waverley	1h 45m	09:45	Durham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 18:32 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Durham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

103 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£28 - £57	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £142	Average duration1h 44m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £21	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi5

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Durham

How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Durham cost?
The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Durham is £48. 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 train 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 104 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train 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 12. 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.

Best price found

10/11

£27

11/11

£32

Today

£27

13/11

£24

14/11

£32

15/11

No data

16/11

£25

17/11

£26

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Durham was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £24

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.

You can expect to pay from £24 to £115 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 £24, which is on 2025-11-13.

Usually London North Eastern Railway, 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.