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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 32 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Edinburgh Airport 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 Airport will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Durham to Edinburgh Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
9:292h28Durham11:57Edinburgh Airport£301One-way0 changes- 7:392h34Durham10:13Edinburgh Airport£371One-way0 changes
- 8:392h34Durham11:13Edinburgh Airport£451One-way0 changes
- 9:292h28Durham11:57Edinburgh Airport£301One-way0 changes
- 8:392h34Durham11:13Edinburgh Airport£451One-way0 changes
- 7:392h34Durham10:13Edinburgh Airport£371One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Durham to Edinburgh Airport:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 17m.
Live departures
Durham to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Edinburgh Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:29 Durham | 2h28 | 10:57 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:20 Durham | 2h54 | 12:14 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Edinburgh Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Durham to Edinburgh Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:19, the last at 09:26. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 9:19 |
Last train 9:26 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry from Durham to Edinburgh Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Durham and Edinburgh Airport from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Edinburgh Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Edinburgh Airport
Most Durham to Edinburgh Airport trains use the Durham to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Durham and Edinburgh Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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