What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Scotland?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Scotland is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Scotland?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Scotland is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £80 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Durham to Scotland?

The distance between Durham and Scotland is 186 miles. The road distance is 158.1 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Scotland without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £80 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Scotland?

The train from Durham to Glasgow Central takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Durham to Scotland train from?

Durham to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Where does the Durham to Scotland train arrive?

Durham to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Durham to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Scotland is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Durham to Scotland.

How do I get a train ticket from Durham to Scotland?

Book your Durham to Scotland train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1384+ hotels available in Scotland.

Durham to Scotland - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Durham to Scotland by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 49m
£80–240
Drive 157.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Glasgowcar 157.2 mi
2h 55m
£39–56
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2h 51m
£78–210
Train via Newcastle
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3h 47m

Durham to Scotland by train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Glasgow Central twice daily. Tickets cost £80–240 and the journey takes 2h 49m.

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