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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Durham
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
166 km
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.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Durham will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
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.
These direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 166 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Durham coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX598 | 21:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h05 | 00:40 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
| 07:07 Edinburgh | 5h48 | 12:55 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Durham
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Buses from Edinburgh to Durham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £19 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Edinburgh to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Durham with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Durham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Durham
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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