Edinburgh to Durham bus with Megabus

Sun, 26 Jan
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Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to Durham

Showing times and prices for 26 Jan

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
National Express
21:453h10
Edinburgh
00:55Durham
£341One-way
0 changes
2nd Cheapest
Megabus
11:003h25
Edinburgh
14:25Durham
£461One-way
0 changes

Edinburgh to Durham bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday 26 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
MegabusMegabus11:00 Edinburgh3h25 14:25 Durham0 changesDirect
National Express
NX598
National ExpressNX598
21:45 Edinburgh3h10 00:55 Durham0 changesDirect

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Bus times from Edinburgh to Durham

Showing times and prices for 26 Jan

Fastest Journey

3 h 10 m

Average

3 h 18 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

166 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for Durham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
National Express
21:453h10
Edinburgh
00:55Durham
£341One-way
0 changes
2nd Fastest
Megabus
11:003h25
Edinburgh
14:25Durham
£461One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Durham

Buses from Edinburgh to Durham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
166 km
Average bus duration
3h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
3h 5m
First bus
02:15
Last bus
22:10
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Coach companies: Megabus, FlixBus and TransPennine Express Edinburgh to Durham

For as little as £4 you can travel by coach from Edinburgh to Durham with Megabus, FlixBus and TransPennine Express. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Edinburgh to Durham coach information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: £4

FAQs: Edinburgh to Durham coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Edinburgh to Durham with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Durham.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to Durham can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to Durham is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Edinburgh to Durham coach travel time is 3 h 5 min   for the 103 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Edinburgh to Durham leaves at 02: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Edinburgh to Durham leaves at 22: 26.
There are 2 coaches a day from Edinburgh to Durham which require at least one change with Megabus or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Edinburgh to Durham you can take a coach with Megabus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Durham from Edinburgh on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Durham, University - Palatine Centre, located 0.6 miles (940 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Durham from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to Durham is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Durham including taking a coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Durham

Edinburgh
Durham
The major coach station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh, Bus Station for your trip from Edinburgh to Durham.
Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
The major coach station for arrivals in Durham is Durham, University - Palatine Centre. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Durham, University - Palatine Centre for your trip to Durham from Edinburgh.
Durham, University - Palatine Centre
Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street

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