Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Durham to Glasgow. The train trip from Durham to Glasgow is usually about 4 hours and 5 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest CrossCountry + Connections train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 14 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (208 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 14m |
| Lowest price | $29.74 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Durham to Glasgow?
There are 3 train lines with service from Durham to Glasgow. TransPennine Express + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 2 | 4h 44m | $29.74 |
| London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 1 | 3h 41m | $74.82 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 5 | 3h 55m | $99.01 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Durham to Glasgow start from $30, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Glasgow. CrossCountry + Connections in Durham leaves from Durham Train Station . And in Glasgow trains arrive at Glasgow Central .
From Durham to Glasgow train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 4 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Glasgow faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 14 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, CrossCountry + Connections offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Glasgow.
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 Durham to Glasgow start from $99, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Glasgow. TransPennine Express + Connections in Durham leaves from Durham Train Station . And in Glasgow trains arrive at Glasgow Central .
From Durham to Glasgow train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 55 minutes. If you are looking to get to Glasgow faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 14 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Glasgow.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Durham and Glasgow is approximately 129 miles, or 208 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 5 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 14 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Durham to Glasgow are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Durham at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Glasgow to Durham.
City Information
Glasgow
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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 bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main departure station: Durham Train Station
There is one train station in Durham.
All train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
Image credit: Daniel
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station is a stunning, expansive Victorian railway station in the center 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
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Glasgow to Durham?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more