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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Durham is to bus via Sunderland Interchange which costs £9 - £25 and takes 5h 42m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Durham?

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

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Durham. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Durham via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Scotland to Durham?

The distance between Scotland and Durham is 185 miles. The road distance is 157.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Scotland to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Scotland to Durham train from?

Scotland to Durham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Durham?

The best way to get from Scotland to Durham is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Scotland to Durham bus arrive?

Scotland to Durham bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Durham University Palatine Centre station.

Where does the Scotland to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Durham is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Scotland to Durham.

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

Book your Scotland to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Scotland to Durham bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1671+ hotels available in Durham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Scotland to Durham 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 Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DurhamDundee - Plymouth / ...
3h 8m
£42–125
Bus via Sunderland Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10 / ...
5h 42m
£10–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 56 to Durham University Palatine Centremegabus M20
4h 45m
£15–22
Drive 156.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Durham156.2 mi
2h 55m
£39–56
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sutton Street598
5h 28m
£30–56

Scotland to Durham by train

162Weekly Trains

3h 8mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Durham.

Launch map view

Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Scotland and Durham, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Durham via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 56 to Durham University Palatine Centre 3 times a week. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.