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Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 1 hour 46 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham to Edinburgh 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 Durham to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Edinburgh start from $27. The average price for this train route is around $74. 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 Durham to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Edinburgh is 1h 46m, covering a distance of 103 miles (166 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 41m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Durham to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 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 Durham to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Edinburgh at 7:23am. And the latest train departs at 8:28pm.
What is the best train operator from Durham to Edinburgh?
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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Edinburgh?
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 Durham to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Durham to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham to Edinburgh was searched and found on Apr 6, 2026 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $186 for a train ticket from Durham to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2026-04-06.
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.
