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£11.50
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£9.55
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£13.10
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Edinburgh to Durham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh to Durham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £9.55, with average prices for this route around £23.50.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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05:48
1 hour 54 minutes, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:42
Durham
LNER
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06:06
1 hour 45 minutes, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:51
Durham
CrossCountry
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06:23
1 hour 55 minutes, Changes required
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:18
Durham
LumoTransPennine Express
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07:00
1 hour 40 minutes, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:40
Durham
LNER
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07:04
1 hour 48 minutes, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:52
Durham
CrossCountry
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08:00
1 hour 45 minutes, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
09:45
Paris
LNER
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Edinburgh to Durham Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:48
Last train
Last train
22:00
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
Durham
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 38 minutes
Distance
Distance
166 km
Price
Price
£9.55*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Durham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh to Durham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Edinburgh to Durham, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Durham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Edinburgh to Durham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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