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Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 36 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Durham will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 trains from Liverpool to Durham, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 177 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Durham:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Durham costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Durham take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 32m.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Durham trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:23 Liverpool | 2h43 | 10:06 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:23 Liverpool | 2h43 | 11:06 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:24 Liverpool | 2h42 | 13:06 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Liverpool to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:36 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Durham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Durham trip today.
Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
University museum with collections from ancient civilisations to world cultures. Compact, varied and easy to combine with a cathedral visit.
Gallery and museum at Palace Green with changing exhibitions and displays connected to Durham’s history, books and university collections.
Historic square between cathedral and castle, framed by university buildings. A key place to pause for architecture and city atmosphere.
Riverside walk circling the old centre through wooded banks and classic viewpoints. Ideal for Durham’s most photogenic views.
Wooded hilltop park with panoramic views across Durham, especially towards the cathedral and castle. Popular with locals for quiet walks.
A seasoned pork sausage from County Durham, traditionally eaten with pease pudding. It is a well-known regional butcher’s staple in the North East.
A smooth savoury spread of boiled yellow split peas, long associated with North East ham and stottie sandwiches and traditional local lunches.
A dense round North East bread roll, classic with ham and pease pudding. It is a regional bakery icon rather than a standard British bap.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre dining room. Ideal for a special meal with polished, understated service.
Stylish bistro and bar serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a lively riverside setting near Durham’s historic centre.
Long-running restaurant known for dependable French and British cooking in a warm, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Official public transport app
Durham Railway Station -> Market Place, Durham
Travellers looking to catch trains from Liverpool to Durham will be pleased to find around two scheduled services every hour. Services begin at around 6:00 a.m. during the week and run until around 9:00 p.m. At the weekend, there are still plenty of trains but with a slightly later start at around 8:00 a.m. Most services take less than three hours and many are direct.
The Liverpool to Durham route is serviced by First Transpennine Express only. However, with trains available throughout the day at approximately half-hourly intervals, passengers don't have to wait for long to make their journey. Trains depart from Liverpool Lime Street, the city's terminus station, and travel to Durham Railway Station.
Most journeys take under three hours, even with a change. The fastest service is a direct one that takes two hours 41 minutes and most take three hours or less. Some services require a single change at York.
There are typically two services on offer every hour, with a train available at approximately half-hourly intervals between around 6:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. during the week. At weekends, the service begins from around 8:00 a.m. and operates until between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. depending on the day. It's always worth checking the timetable in advance before travel.
Departure train station: Liverpool Lime Street is the main train station in Liverpool and the city's terminus station. It's located on Lime Street in the city centre, making it convenient for onward travel and access to the city's facilities. Inside the terminal, travellers will find facilities such as ticketing booths, information screens, retail outlets, coffee kiosks, seating areas and more.
Arrival train station: Durham Train Station is located on Station Approach in the city. It has a taxi rank directly outside and buses are just a short walk away. A car park is also available. Inside the station, there are ticketing facilities, trolleys, seating areas, accessible toilets, ATMs, a coffee kiosk and newsagent, food outlet, WiFi and a lounge.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

Most Liverpool to Durham trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Waterloo (Merseyside) is 7 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Waterloo (Merseyside) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Waterloo (Merseyside). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Waterloo (Merseyside): Parking.
Available at Waterloo (Merseyside): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Waterloo (Merseyside): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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 options are available at Durham.
ATMs are available at Durham.
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
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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