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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gateshead to Durham
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
21 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gateshead to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gateshead to Durham will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Gateshead for Durham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 41 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.
06:590h41
Gateshead07:40Durham
£111One-way
0 changes
11:090h38
Gateshead11:47Durham
£111One-way
0 changes
11:090h38
Gateshead11:47Durham
£111One-way
0 changes
06:590h41
Gateshead07:40Durham
£111One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Gateshead to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gateshead to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 21 km
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Gateshead to Durham train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:25 Gateshead | 0h51 | 07:16 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:59 Gateshead | 0h41 | 07:40 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gateshead to Durham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gateshead to Durham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
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 21 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:10 |
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 Gateshead to Durham trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Gateshead and Durham from £11. 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
57m
Cheapest Price
£11
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: Gateshead to Durham train
FAQs: Travel by train from Gateshead to Durham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gateshead to Durham.
Booking trains from Gateshead to Durham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Gateshead to Durham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Durham is by train, costing approximately £11.
The train station in Gateshead that goes to Durham is Metro Centre (MCE), and it arrives at Durham station (DHM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gateshead to Durham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gateshead and Durham. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
Yes, you can take the train from Gateshead to Durham.
To get from Gateshead to Durham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train distance from Gateshead to Durham is 21 km.
The train journey from Gateshead to Durham covers a distance of 21 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Gateshead to Durham leaves at 0:07.
The last train from Gateshead to Durham departs at 23:10.
Trains from Gateshead to Durham run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Gateshead to Durham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gateshead and Durham
Gateshead
Durham
The major train station for departures in Gateshead is Dunston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dunston for your trip from Gateshead to Durham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station There is ramped access to both platforms which wheelchair users can easily use
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Dunston
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop a few minutes away from the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on bridge.
Amenities at train station
Parking
DiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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 - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access.
- 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
Public transport options for Heworth
- Onward travel information: No bus stop close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Metro bus replacement stop
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Access via lifts that operate whilst ever services are operating through the 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
Public transport options for Metro Centre
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus stop on the station front.
The major train station for arrivals in Durham is Durham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Durham for your journey to Durham from Gateshead.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike 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.
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