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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Scotland is to line 21 bus and bus which costs £8 - £29 and takes 5h 58m.

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 46m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Durham University and arriving at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 56 station. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Durham to Scotland?

The distance between Durham and Scotland is 185 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 46m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Durham to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Scotland bus from?

Durham to Scotland bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Durham University station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Durham to Scotland?

The best way to get from Durham to Scotland is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Durham to Scotland bus arrive?

Durham to Scotland bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 56.

Where does the Durham to Scotland train arrive?

Durham to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Durham to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Scotland is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Durham to Scotland.

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

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

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Durham to Scotland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 21 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Durham to Scotland by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh WaverleyBirmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 46m
£42–121
Line 21 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand G to John Dobson St-Carliol St21 / ...
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus StationUkn10 / ...
5h 58m
£8–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Durham University to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 56megabus M20
4h 45m
£15–22
Drive 157.2 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Glasgow157.2 mi
2h 54m
£39–56
Line 21 bus, bus via Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand G to John Dobson St-Carliol St21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station180 / ...
6h 13m
£20–30

Durham to Scotland by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Durham to Glasgow Queen Street via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Durham University to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 56 5 times a week. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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