Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£25

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£36

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

22 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

23 m

Trains on 20 Sept

12

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 12 trains from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK), including 12 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .

The slowest trains will take 25 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.

  • TransPennine Express
    9:520h25
    Dunbar station (DUN)
    10:17Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • TransPennine Express
    11:520h25
    Dunbar station (DUN)
    12:17Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • TransPennine Express
    13:520h25
    Dunbar station (DUN)
    14:17Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • TransPennine Express
    15:520h25
    Dunbar station (DUN)
    16:17Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • TransPennine Express
    17:520h26
    Dunbar station (DUN)
    18:18Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 40 km

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Driving

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£8

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

55m

Average total duration

Fastest

25m

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30m

Additional time*

35m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) is a train with an average price of £13.
The fastest way to travel from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) is by train with an average journey time of 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dunbar station (DUN) and Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 10m sooner (25m by train vs 35m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) train times

The table below shows live departures for Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
TransPennine Express9:33 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h25
9:58 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express10:33 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h25
10:58 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express12:33 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h25
12:58 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express14:33 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h25
14:58 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
Cross Country15:25 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h23
15:48 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express16:33 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h25
16:58 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
Cross Country17:25 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h23
17:48 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express17:58 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h25
18:23 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
Cross Country18:25 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h23
18:48 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)18:52 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h22
19:14 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)20:38 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h25
21:03 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express21:00 Dunbar station (DUN)
0h25
21:25 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as CrossCountry or London North Eastern Railway offer trains services from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)

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Trains from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:33, the last at 09:33. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 22m.

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
40 km
Average train duration
25m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
22m
First train
8:33
Last train
9:33
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
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

Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Dunbar station (DUN) and Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
25m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£11
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Transpennine Express

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
22m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£13
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about CrossCountry

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
22m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
£13
London North Eastern Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) is 40 km.
The first train from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) leaves at 8:33.
The last train from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) departs at 9:33.
Trains from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).
Yes, there is a direct train between Dunbar station (DUN) and Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway.
To get from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).
The cheapest way to get from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) is by train, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Dunbar to Berwick-upon-Tweed is scenic, offering picturesque views of the North Sea coast, rolling countryside, and historical landmarks along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Dunbar to Berwick-upon-Tweed is feasible. The journey takes 22m and the distance is 40 km. There are 4 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dunbar station (DUN) and Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK)

Most Dunbar station (DUN) to Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) trains use the Dunbar to Berwick-upon-Tweed station pair. Use this guide to compare Dunbar station (DUN) and Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Dunbar
Arrival train stations in Berwick-Upon-Tweed
DunbarDunbar station, Station Road, Dunbar, East Lothian, EH42 1JXParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Dunbar from Dunbar city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.

Dunbar train station facilities and services

Dunbar has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Dunbar.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Dunbar.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dunbar: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Dunbar: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Dunbar: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Staff members telephone Taxi firm for customers, arrive within a few minutes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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