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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Durham
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Durham will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leicester for Durham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.
8:092h57Leicester11:06Durham£1011One-way0 changes- 9:092h57Leicester12:06Durham£1031One-way0 changes
8:183h48Leicester12:06Durham£1041One-way0 changes
- 9:092h57Leicester12:06Durham£1031One-way0 changes
- 8:092h57Leicester11:06Durham£1011One-way0 changes
- 8:183h48Leicester12:06Durham£1041One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester to Durham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 240 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£90 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Durham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:09 Leicester | 2h57 | 11:06 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:18 Leicester | 3h48 | 12:06 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:09 Leicester | 2h57 | 12:06 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Durham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Durham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 21:37 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry from Leicester to Durham trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Leicester and Durham from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Durham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester and Durham
Most Leicester to Durham trains use the Leicester to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Durham leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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.
Which Durham station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: 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.
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