The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Durham
Cheapest price
£139
Average price
£139
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Durham will cost around £139 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £139.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bournemouth for Durham 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 451 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 13 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 Bournemouth to Durham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £122.
Distance: 451 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£136 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Durham trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:06 Bournemouth | 6h13 | 13:19 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Bournemouth to Durham by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
21 Dec
22 Dec
23 Dec
24 Dec
25 Dec
26 Dec
27 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Durham
Trains from Bournemouth to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £122 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:05, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 451 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 451 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £122 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 03:05 |
Last train 21:29 |
Train companies: LNER from Bournemouth to Durham trainsLNER trains will get you between Bournemouth and Durham from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
LNER
FAQs: Bournemouth to Durham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Durham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
Most popular train connections from Bournemouth
More options for your journey from Bournemouth to Durham
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

