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Take a relaxing train to Glasgow
Relax and watch the beautiful scenery of England and Scotland fly past the windows as you speed between Durham and Glasgow.
Travelling with LNER means you'll arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and relaxed. With our price promise, you'll also get the best value tickets when you book direct.
Average travel time
2h 59m
Distance
129 miles
Today's train times
Upcoming direct journeys for Durham to Glasgow trains
Things to do in Glasgow
From its edgy arts scene and hip shops to distinctive, trailblazing buildings – Glasgow moves in its own way.
Glasgow School of Art
The Glasgow School of Art resided in an iconic building that is still a working art school – visit the Window on Mackintosh Visitor Centre – it's amazing. Grab cheap train tickets to Glasgow - Mackintosh's buildings alone are worthy of a trip to the city.
Glasgow School of ArtThe Hunterian
See the skeleton of a 300-million-year-old shark that was found by – wait for it – a man walking his dog, at The Hunterian. Other highlights at this Glasgow Uni museum include coral found by Scottish fishermen (coral reefs aren't just tropical, apparently) and a 2,500-year-old Egyptian mummy.
The HunterianGlasgow Science Centre
Get your boffin head on at the Glasgow Science Centre. You can build your own rocket, or run on a giant hamster wheel (really) ‘til you’re worn out at this futuristic science centre on the waterfront.
Glasgow Science Centre
Glasgow School of Art
The Glasgow School of Art resided in an iconic building that is still a working art school – visit the Window on Mackintosh Visitor Centre – it's amazing. Grab cheap train tickets to Glasgow - Mackintosh's buildings alone are worthy of a trip to the city.
Glasgow School of ArtThe Hunterian
See the skeleton of a 300-million-year-old shark that was found by – wait for it – a man walking his dog, at The Hunterian. Other highlights at this Glasgow Uni museum include coral found by Scottish fishermen (coral reefs aren't just tropical, apparently) and a 2,500-year-old Egyptian mummy.
The HunterianGlasgow Science Centre
Get your boffin head on at the Glasgow Science Centre. You can build your own rocket, or run on a giant hamster wheel (really) ‘til you’re worn out at this futuristic science centre on the waterfront.
Glasgow Science Centre

Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a Durham to Glasgow train
Book your Durham to Glasgow train in advance
Buying your Durham to Glasgow train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Durham to Glasgow with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Durham to Glasgow trains
Access the best train fares between Durham and Glasgow easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
Book your Durham to Glasgow train in advance
Buying your Durham to Glasgow train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Durham to Glasgow with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Durham to Glasgow trains
Access the best train fares between Durham and Glasgow easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Glasgow from Durham with LNER
Taking the train from Durham to Glasgow is quick and easy. Covering a distance of 129 miles, trains to Glasgow to Durham take just 2h 59m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Durham to Glasgow train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats and complimentary food and drinks.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Durham and Glasgow Central?
Are there direct trains between Durham and Glasgow Central?
Yes. Direct LNER trains run from Durham to Glasgow Central with a journey time of around 2h 59m.
During the week, there is approximately 1 direct LNER train per day at 18:27.
Which rail lines go through Glasgow Central?
Which rail lines go through Glasgow Central?
The main train lines via Glasgow Central station are, CrossCountry, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, and Caledonian Sleeper.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Durham and Glasgow Central?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Durham and Glasgow Central?
Season Tickets are currently unavailable for this journey.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.