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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Durham takes 1h 45m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Edinburgh to Durham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 45m
Duration
137 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Edinburgh to Durham train times

Trains run hourly between Edinburgh and Durham. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Durham at 10:54 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 136.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Durham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 1h 47m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route every 4 hours.

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