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Glasgow to Durham Train Timetable
Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Glasgow and Durham. The average train journey from Glasgow to Durham takes 3 hours and 16 minutes, but some London North Eastern Railway train trips are as short as 2 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (208 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 53m |
| Lowest price | £20.52 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Virgin Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Glasgow to Durham?
There are 5 train lines with service from Glasgow to Durham. Virgin Trains + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 1 | 2h 53m | £31.99 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 1 | 2h 53m | £30.59 |
| ScotRail + Connections | 2 | 3h 33m | £23.13 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 1 | 3h 29m | £74.05 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 3 | 3h 16m | £67.31 |
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Glasgow to Durham usually takes about 2 hours and 53 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Durham start from £74, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Durham. TransPennine Express + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Glasgow to Durham train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Durham faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 53 minutes.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Durham start from £51, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Durham. Virgin Trains + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Glasgow to Durham train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 3 hours and 16 minutes. If you are looking to get to Durham faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 53 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Glasgow to Durham
Trains from Glasgow to Durham are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Glasgow at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Durham. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Durham to Glasgow.
City Information
Glasgow
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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.
There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.
If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.
Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer coach service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station is a stunning, expansive Victorian railway station in the centre of Glasgow. The station is so large that it contains a piano garden, a concourse of shops and dining, numerous amenities, and even the Glasgow Grand Central Hotel onsite. The area around the station is also packed with bars, restaurants, and hotels for a very warm welcome to Glasgow. Six train carriers, including CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, and TransPennine Express, operate routes to Glasgow Central Station from destinations as far as London.
All train stations in Glasgow:
Glasgow Central
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main arrival station: Durham Train Station
Durham has one train station.
Train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
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