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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Durham
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Durham will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cheltenham 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 322 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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 Cheltenham to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 322 km
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4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Durham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:12 Cheltenham | 4h03 | 11:15 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Durham
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Trains from Cheltenham to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:10, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 322 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 322 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 03:10 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Cheltenham to Durham trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Cheltenham and Durham from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to Durham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Durham
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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.
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