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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 31 Aug
£288
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£288
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
1 d 4 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
1 d 4 h 27 m
Trains on 31 Aug
1
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester to Durham will cost around £288 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £288.
To travel from Rochester to Durham you need to make at least 2 changes.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £106 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £106, while a train costs an average of £288.
Distance: 402 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£288 Average Price | £106 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 15m Average total duration 19h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Rochester to Durham trains for tomorrow, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:34 Rochester | 28h27 | 18:01 Durham | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Rochester to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £288 but you can travel from only £101 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 11:18. The fastest train covers the 402 km distance in 28h 27m.
Distance 402 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £288 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 28h 27m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 11:18 |
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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.
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Durham Railway Station -> Market Place, Durham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester 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 Rochester to Durham trains use the Rochester to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Rochester and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rochester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
ATMs are available at Rochester.
Ticket office support is available at Rochester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rochester: Parking, WC.
Available at Rochester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to booking hall from front of station. Step free access via lift in the subway to platform 1 for services towards London. Step free access to platform 2/3 for services away from London via lift from the subway. Stepped access to all platforms via staircases from subway, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall in subway, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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