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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Durham

Showing times and prices for 14 Jun

Cheapest price

£52

Average price

£75

Fastest journey

2 h 56 m

Average duration

3 h 1 m

Trains per day

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 to Durham will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester to Durham you need to make at least one change.

Y03901+

C26395

09:363h15

Manchester Victoria (MCV)

12:51Durham station (DHM)

£521One-way

1 change

Y02253+

C26398

08:572h56

Manchester Victoria (MCV)

11:53Durham station (DHM)

£521One-way

1 change

C27121+

C23653

09:133h03

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

12:16Durham station (DHM)

£761One-way

1 change

C27115+

C23656

10:133h03

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

13:16Durham station (DHM)

£901One-way

1 change

C27121+

C23653

09:133h03

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

12:16Durham station (DHM)

£901One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Manchester to Durham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach
£45 Average Price	£30 Average Price Cheapest
3h 10m average duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 46m average duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Manchester to Durham train times

Showing trains for today, Friday 13 June

Last updated at 06:18

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
C26402	On time 07:31 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	2h24	09:55 Durham station (DHM)	0 changesdirect
C26399	Delayed 08:32 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	2h22	11:04 11:04Durham station (DHM)	0 changesdirect
C26203 · C26396	Delayed 09:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h54	12:06 12:06Durham station (DHM)	1 change
C26203 · C26396	Delayed 09:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h54	12:06 12:06Durham station (DHM)	1 change
C26847 · C26396	Delayed 09:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	2h54	12:06 12:06Durham station (DHM)	1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Manchester to Durham?

The best time to book your train from Manchester to Durham is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Manchester to Durham route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Manchester to Durham per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Manchester to Durham.

Trains

from £19

Coaches

from £17

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Durham

United Kingdom

Trains from Manchester to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £8

Distance

150 km

Average train duration

2h 40m

Cheapest ticket price

£22

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 1m

First train

02:44

Last train

20:58

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £8

Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry and East Coast trains Manchester to Durham

For as little as £21 you can travel by train from Manchester to Durham with TransPennine Express, CrossCountry and East Coast. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

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.

Manchester to Durham train information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 2 h 9 min
Cheapest Price: £21

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

East Coast from Manchester to Durham train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: £47

FAQs: Manchester to Durham train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester 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 Manchester to Durham.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Durham can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Durham is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Manchester to Durham is 1 h 58 min to travel the 93 mile long trip, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to Durham leaves at 00: 26. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Durham leaves at 23: 56.

There are 7 trains a day from Manchester to Durham which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, CrossCountry or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Manchester to Durham train with TransPennine Express, CrossCountry or LNER. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route from Manchester to Durham as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 56.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Durham, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Durham from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 58 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Durham is October.

You have options as you can travel between Manchester and Durham 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Durham

Manchester

Durham

The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your trip from Manchester to Durham.

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
Baby changing facilities: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage location: on platform and approach
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Manchester Victoria

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.

Manchester Piccadilly Wifi