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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Durham
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Durham will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport 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 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
7:443h22Manchester Airport11:06Durham£251One-way0 changes- 8:443h22Manchester Airport12:06Durham£451One-way0 changes
- 8:443h22Manchester Airport12:06Durham£451One-way0 changes
- 7:443h22Manchester Airport11:06Durham£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 164 km
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3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Durham
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Durham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 17:44. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 7:02 |
Last train 17:44 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Manchester Airport to Durham trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Durham from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Durham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport and Durham
Most Manchester Airport to Durham trains use the Manchester Victoria to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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