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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Chester-le-Street
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Durham to Chester-le-Street run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 6m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:57 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Durham to Chester-le-Street trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Durham and Chester-le-Street from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5m
Cheapest Price
£4
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Durham to Chester-le-Street train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Chester-le-Street 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 Chester-le-Street, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days in Chester-le-Street are ideal to explore its attractions, including Lumley Castle, Riverside Park, and the Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail.
Yes, there is a direct train between Durham and Chester-le-Street. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
Booking trains from Durham to Chester-le-Street in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Durham to Chester-le-Street. The journey takes just 6m and covers 9 km. Trains run frequently with a frequency of 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Durham to Chester-le-Street can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The cheapest way to get from Durham to Chester-le-Street is by train, costing approximately £6.
The train distance from Durham to Chester-le-Street is 9 km.
The train station in Durham that goes to Chester-le-Street is Durham station (DHM), and it arrives at Chester-Le-Street (CLS).
The train journey from Durham to Chester-le-Street covers a distance of 9 km and takes approximately 6m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Durham to Chester-le-Street leaves at 0:06.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Durham to Chester-le-Street.
The last train from Durham to Chester-le-Street departs at 23:57.
Yes, you can take the train from Durham to Chester-le-Street.
Trains from Durham to Chester-le-Street run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Durham to Chester-le-Street.
To travel from Durham to Chester-le-Street, you can take a train.
The train journey from Durham to Chester-le-Street is relatively short, lasting about 10 minutes, and offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills and glimpses of the River Wear.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Chester-le-Street
Durham
Chester-le-Street
The major train station for departures in Durham is Durham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Durham for your trip from Durham to Chester-le-Street.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Durham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Chester-le-Street is Chester-Le-Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester-Le-Street for your journey to Chester-le-Street from Durham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access to North Bound platform via ramp and roadside pavement
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Public transport options for Chester-Le-Street
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop off outside station entrance.
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