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Edinburgh to Durham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Durham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 36.91, with average prices for this route around SAR 162.54. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Thu, Jul 10
  • Fri, Jul 11
    From SAR 36.91
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From SAR 66.69
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From SAR 66.69
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From SAR 65.16
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From SAR 66.69
  • Wed, Jul 16
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:48
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:42
Durham
1h 54m, DirectLNER
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06:06
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:51
Durham
1h 45m, DirectCrossCountry
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06:23
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:18
Durham
1h 55m, Changes requiredLumoTransPennine Express
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07:00
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:40
Durham
1h 40m, DirectLNER
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07:04
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:52
Durham
1h 48m, DirectCrossCountry
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08:00
Edinburgh (Waverley)
09:45
Paris
1h 45m, DirectLNER
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Edinburgh to Durham Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:48
Last train
Last train
21:00
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
Durham
Journey time
Journey time
1h 38m
Distance
Distance
166 km
Price
Price
SAR 36.91*
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

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Durham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
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 to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Durham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Durham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Edinburgh to Durham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.