The cheapest and fastest trains from Billingham to Seaham
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Billingham to Seaham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Billingham to Seaham will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Billingham for Seaham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Billingham to Seaham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Billingham to Seaham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Billingham to Seaham train times
The table below shows live departures for Billingham to Seaham trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:50 Billingham | 0h29 | 18:19 Seaham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 09:48 Billingham | 0h30 | 10:18 Seaham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Billingham to Seaham
Trains from Billingham to Seaham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 29m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 06:32 |
Last train 22:14 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Billingham to Seaham trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Billingham and Seaham from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Billingham to Seaham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Billingham to Seaham 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 Seaham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Billingham and Seaham
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge to an island platform
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Marsh House Avenue; Tesco side for Middlesbrough, opposite side for Hartlepool
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access. Lowered kerb from car park to station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located in the waiting shelter on the Sunderland bound platform Accepts Cards Only
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the Station Car Park.
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