4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Edinburgh will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 23 trains that leave Durham for Edinburgh every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
G801916:331h59Durham station (DHM)8:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£331One-way0 changes- G801937:481h50Durham station (DHM)9:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£351One-way0 changes
G00703+G801999:292h04Durham station (DHM)11:33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£381One-way1 change- G6698711:241h46Durham station (DHM)13:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
- G0106414:251h42Durham station (DHM)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
- G0106414:251h42Durham station (DHM)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
- G669829:241h44Durham station (DHM)11:08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£471One-way0 changes
- G669807:261h44Durham station (DHM)9:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
- G0106715:241h45Durham station (DHM)17:09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£491One-way0 changes
- G0106916:251h45Durham station (DHM)18:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 166 km
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£31 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Durham to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66980 | On time 7:26 Durham station (DHM) | 1h44 | 9:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80193 | On time 7:48 Durham station (DHM) | 1h50 | 9:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01889 · C01971 | On time 8:28 Durham station (DHM) | 2h00 | 10:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
 G89626+G80198 | On time 8:39 Durham station (DHM) | 1h59 | 10:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G66982 | On time 9:24 Durham station (DHM) | 1h44 | 11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00703+G80199 | On time 9:29 Durham station (DHM) | 2h04 | 11:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C02010 · G80205 | On time 10:20 Durham station (DHM) | 2h10 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01055 | On time 10:24 Durham station (DHM) | 1h48 | 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66987 | On time 11:24 Durham station (DHM) | 1h46 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02036 · G80216 | On time 12:20 Durham station (DHM) | 2h07 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01060 | On time 12:24 Durham station (DHM) | 1h46 | 14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02052 · G80224 | On time 13:20 Durham station (DHM) | 2h14 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01062 | On time 13:24 Durham station (DHM) | 1h46 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01064 | On time 14:25 Durham station (DHM) | 1h42 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02047 · G80234 | On time 15:20 Durham station (DHM) | 2h11 | 17:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01067 | On time 15:24 Durham station (DHM) | 1h45 | 17:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02111 · G80241 | On time 16:21 Durham station (DHM) | 2h07 | 18:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01069 | On time 16:25 Durham station (DHM) | 1h45 | 18:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02040 · G80247 | On time 17:20 Durham station (DHM) | 2h13 | 19:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| G80191 | 6:33 Durham station (DHM) | 1h59 | 8:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C31893+ W85808 | 6:41 Durham station (DHM) | 2h20 | 9:01 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Edinburgh
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Trains from Durham to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Lumo from Durham to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Lumo trains will get you between Durham and Edinburgh from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Durham to Edinburgh
Two or three trains per hour make the journey from Durham to Edinburgh every day of the week. The first service of the day departs in the early morning while the last usually leaves in the late evening. Average journey times are just under 2 hours and most services are direct. Non-direct services usually incorporate a single change at Newcastle, but their journey times are comparable to direct trains.
Which train companies travel from Durham to Edinburgh?
LNER and CrossCountry provide train services between Durham and Edinburgh. Where a journey incorporates a change, the same train company normally retains responsibility for both parts of that journey.
How long is the train from Durham to Edinburgh?
The length of time taken to complete the train journey from Durham to Edinburgh depends on the time of day and varies from just over 1 hour 30 minutes to just under 2 hours 30 minutes. On average, passengers can expect to arrive in Edinburgh in under 2 hours. Direct services are not much quicker than non-direct ones, and neither of the two train companies that operate the route provides a faster service than the other.
How many trains are there from Durham to Edinburgh?
The precise number of trains departing Durham for Edinburgh varies from day to day. On average, passengers can expect to have between 28 and 38 trains to choose from. There are slightly fewer trains available on Sundays and bank holidays. Services are spaced evenly across the day, from early morning until late evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Durham to Edinburgh?
Departure train station: Durham station is situated on a hill close to the city centre. Some passengers will arrive on foot but the station also has a car park, sheltered bicycle storage, nearby bus stops and a taxi rank. A cafe and several vending machines offer refreshments inside the station.
Arrival train station: Located right in the heart of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Waverley is an easy walk to many of the Scottish capital's most famous attractions. The station also has an adjacent car park, car hire facilities, a taxi rank and bus stops. A variety of shops, including several refreshment outlets, are located inside the station complex.
FAQs: Durham to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Edinburgh
Most Durham to Edinburgh trains use the Durham to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Durham and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Durham station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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