Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Durham to Nairn

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

CrossCountry
London North Eastern Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Durham to Nairn

Trains to Nairn from Durham

First train

06:14

Last train

16:25

Departure stationDurham
Arrival stationNairn
Journey time

From 6h 10m

Distance

213 miles (342 km)

Frequency

6 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail

Taking the train from Durham to Nairn in 6 hours 10 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Durham to Nairn? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 7 hours 25 minutes to travel the 213 miles (342 km) from Durham to Nairn by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 6 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or CrossCountry to Nairn. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Durham to Nairn in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Nairn by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Durham to Nairn?

Want to know more about your journey from Durham to Nairn? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Nairn from Durham?

To travel to Nairn from Durham, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 25 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 6 hours and 10 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Durham to Nairn?

Trains from Durham to Nairn take an average of 7 hours and 25 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours and 10 minutes. You'll usually find 6 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Durham and Nairn by train?

The quickest journey time between Durham and Nairn by train is 6 hours and 10 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Durham to Nairn?

No, there are no direct trains running from Durham to Nairn, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Durham to Nairn?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Durham to Nairn start at § one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Durham to Nairn is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link