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Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
Cheapest price on 01 Oct
£47
Average ticket price on 01 Oct
£49
Fastest journey on 01 Oct
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 01 Oct
3 h 2 m
Trains on 01 Oct
3
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Durham will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Thu 01 Oct, we found 3 trains from Glasgow to Durham, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 208 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.






The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Durham trains for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87838+ G80049+ W29884 | On time 9:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h52 | 11:52 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
L87838+ W29884 | On time 9:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h52 | 11:52 Durham station (DHM) | 1 change | |
L87845+ C01942 · C01959 | On time 9:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h23 | 12:38 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
L87875+ G25697+ G15900 | On time 10:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h02 | 13:17 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
L87875+ C02029 · C01950 | On time 10:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h23 | 13:38 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
L87890+ G80061+ G01154 | On time 10:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h07 | 13:52 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
L87890+ G01154 | On time 10:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h07 | 13:52 Durham station (DHM) | 1 change | |
L87904+ C02007 · C01907 | On time 11:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h23 | 14:38 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
L87922+ G01161 | On time 11:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h08 | 14:53 Durham station (DHM) | 1 change | |
L87922+ G80067+ W29937 | On time 11:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h01 | 14:46 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
L87930+ C02014 · C01976 | On time 12:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h23 | 15:38 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Durham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:00, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 208 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 208 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 2:00 |
Last train 21:29 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Durham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Durham trip today.
Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
University museum with collections from ancient civilisations to world cultures. Compact, varied and easy to combine with a cathedral visit.
Gallery and museum at Palace Green with changing exhibitions and displays connected to Durham’s history, books and university collections.
Historic square between cathedral and castle, framed by university buildings. A key place to pause for architecture and city atmosphere.
Riverside walk circling the old centre through wooded banks and classic viewpoints. Ideal for Durham’s most photogenic views.
Wooded hilltop park with panoramic views across Durham, especially towards the cathedral and castle. Popular with locals for quiet walks.
A seasoned pork sausage from County Durham, traditionally eaten with pease pudding. It is a well-known regional butcher’s staple in the North East.
A smooth savoury spread of boiled yellow split peas, long associated with North East ham and stottie sandwiches and traditional local lunches.
A dense round North East bread roll, classic with ham and pease pudding. It is a regional bakery icon rather than a standard British bap.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre dining room. Ideal for a special meal with polished, understated service.
Stylish bistro and bar serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a lively riverside setting near Durham’s historic centre.
Long-running restaurant known for dependable French and British cooking in a warm, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Durham Railway Station -> Market Place, Durham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Durham trains use the Glasgow Central to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
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 options are available at Durham.
ATMs are available at Durham.
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
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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