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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Durham
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Durham will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.
Of the 4 trains that leave Oxford for Durham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 337 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 51 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Durham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 337 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£110 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Durham trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C91048+ Tube from London Marylebone to London Kings Cross+Y11886 | On time 08:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 5h00 | 13:18 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
C91052+Tube from London Marylebone to London Kings Cross+C41062+ L37186 | On time 08:45 Oxford station (OXF) | 5h22 | 14:07 Durham station (DHM) | 3 changes | |
| C91055+Tube from London Marylebone to London Kings Cross+Y11888 | On time 09:04 Oxford station (OXF) | 5h15 | 14:19 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
 GW585600 · P22587+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Y11888 | On time 09:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 5h09 | 14:19 Durham station (DHM) | 3 changes | |
| XC090200+P22824+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C41021 | On time 09:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 5h36 | 15:06 Durham station (DHM) | 4 changes | |
| C91060+Tube from London Marylebone to London Kings Cross+Y11890 | On time 10:19 Oxford station (OXF) | 4h59 | 15:18 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Durham
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Trains from Oxford to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:10, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 337 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 337 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 03:10 |
Last train 21:29 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER from Oxford to Durham trainsCrossCountry, LNER trains will get you between Oxford and Durham from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Durham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Durham
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
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