What is the best way to travel from Glasgow to Durham?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Durham from Glasgow?
You can reach Durham with just £41 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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CrossCountry2h 57m010:55GlasgowCentral Station13:52DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 21/06/2026 10:55:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 13:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 57m
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ScotRail2h 52m014:00GlasgowQueen Street Station16:52DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 21/06/2026 14:00:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 16:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 52m
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ScotRail3h 21m008:30GlasgowQueen Street Station11:51DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 21/06/2026 08:30:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 11:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
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Lumo2h 55m009:22GlasgowQueen Street Station12:17DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Lumo goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 21/06/2026 09:22:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 12:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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What are the fastest trips from Glasgow to Durham?
You can get to Durham from Glasgow in just 2h 52m with a Train from ScotRail. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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ScotRail2h 52m014:00GlasgowQueen Street Station16:52DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 21/06/2026 14:00:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 16:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 52m
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Lumo2h 55m009:22GlasgowQueen Street Station12:17DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Lumo goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 21/06/2026 09:22:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 12:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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CrossCountry2h 57m010:55GlasgowCentral Station13:52DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 21/06/2026 10:55:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 13:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 57m
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ScotRail3h 21m008:30GlasgowQueen Street Station11:51DurhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 21/06/2026 08:30:00 to Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 11:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
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Bus from Glasgow to Durham
What are the most popular stations in Glasgow and Durham?
In Glasgow, you will usually depart from Central Station, Buchanan Bus Station or Queen Street Station, while in Durham you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, University Palatine Centre or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Durham from Glasgow? With 4 connections between 3 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Glasgow and Durham, you can pay as low as £41 with a Train from CrossCountry.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from ScotRail: you will get to Durham in just 2h 52m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Glasgow and Durham are ScotRail, CrossCountry and Lumo, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Glasgow and Durham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bishopbriggs or to Langley Park, and look at flights from Glasgow Airport, and landing at Durham Tees Valley Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Glasgow to Durham?
The most popular companies between Glasgow and Durham, are ScotRail, CrossCountry and Lumo. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: ScotRail, CrossCountry and Lumo
All you need to know when you travel from Glasgow to Durham
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Glasgow to Durham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Glasgow to Durham
How can I reach Durham from Glasgow?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, with which you can get to Durham from Glasgow.
How far is Durham from Glasgow?
The distance between Glasgow and Durham is 207.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Glasgow and Durham?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 35 kgs, and a flight 51 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Glasgow to Durham?
You can get to Durham with just £41 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.
What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Durham?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Durham in just 2h 52m with a Train from ScotRail.
More routes to Glasgow and to Durham
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Glasgow and to Durham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
