- Recommended
Seaham Heritage and Lifeboat Centre
The town’s main heritage museum, covering local mining, glass and social history through family-friendly displays in a central venue.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seaton Carew to Seaham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Seaton Carew to Seaham and enjoy the approximately 22 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 22:14.
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
Distance 22 km |
First train 7:21 |
Last train 22:14 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
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Things to do in Seaham
Discover the best of Seaham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Seaham trip today.
East Durham Heritage and Lifeboat Centre
A community museum focused on East Durham’s mining past, with preserved pit buildings and volunteer-led interpretation.
Art Gallery at Seaham Heritage Centre
A small gallery space within a local heritage venue, showing changing exhibitions connected to Seaham’s culture and history.
- Must visit
Seaham Beach
A broad sandy beach and promenade popular for sea glass hunting, coastal walks and sunrise views along Seaham’s shoreline.
- Recommended
Terrace Green
A clifftop green space with memorials, seating and open views over the North Sea, ideal for a short scenic stop.
- Recommended
Blast Beach
A striking section of the Durham coast with dramatic cliffs, wildlife interest and excellent walking routes near Seaham.
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding Soup
A robust North-East broth of ham or bacon, split peas and vegetables. It is a long-standing pit village and coastal comfort food in County Durham.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding
Slow-cooked split peas mashed to a savoury spread, traditionally served with ham or stottie. It is one of the North-East’s best-known everyday foods.
Stottie Cake
A soft, round North-East bread roll, often filled with ham, bacon or sausage. It is a classic regional bakery item found across Durham and Tyneside.
Ligure Restaurant
Established Italian restaurant near the seafront, known for pasta, pizza and friendly service in an easy-going neighbourhood atmosphere.
Downey's Fish and Chips
Well-known marina-side fish and chip restaurant with harbour views. Best for classic coastal suppers in a casual setting.
The Dining Room
Popular seafront restaurant at Seaham Hall serving modern British dishes, seafood and grills in a polished but relaxed setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: dining and stays are usually cheaper than major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple café meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for higher-end dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up, and cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Seaham Station -> Sunderland Station
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Adult single bus fares in the North East Combined Authority area remain capped at £2.50 on participating operators. Check the operator app before travel.
- Contactless payment is accepted on Go North East and Arriva buses in the area, with day fare capping available on supported zones.
FAQs: Seaton Carew to Seaham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seaton Carew to Seaham 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 Seaham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Seaton Carew to Seaham is 22 km.
The first train from Seaton Carew to Seaham leaves at 7:21.
The last train from Seaton Carew to Seaham departs at 22:14.
There is no night train service from Seaton Carew to Seaham.
The train station in Seaton Carew that goes to Seaham is Seaton Carew station (SEC), and it arrives at Seaham station (SEA).
Booking trains from Seaton Carew to Seaham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Seaton Carew to Seaham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Seaton Carew and Seaham
Most Seaton Carew to Seaham trains use the Seaton Carew to Seaham station pair. Use this guide to compare Seaton Carew and Seaham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Seaton Carew
Arrival train stations in Seaham
Which Seaton Carew station do trains to Seaham leave from?
Trains from Seaton Carew to Seaham leave from Seaton Carew. The station is 1 km from Seaton Carew city centre at Seaton Carew station, Station Lane, Seaton Carew, County Durham, TS25 1DW.
Seaton CarewSeaton Carew station, Station Lane, Seaton Carew, County Durham, TS25 1DW
City-centre transport
Getting to Seaton Carew from Seaton Carew city centre
Bus1 · 10m · £4 · every ~10 min
Seaton Carew train station facilities and services
Seaton Carew has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seaton Carew.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seaton Carew: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Seaton Carew: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaton Carew: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via level access. via road bridge. Step free access from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Seaham station do trains from Seaton Carew arrive at?
Trains from Seaton Carew to Seaham arrive at Seaham. Seaham is from Seaham city centre.
SeahamSeaham station, Station Road, Seaham, County Durham, SR7 0XX
City-centre transport
Getting to Seaham from Seaham city centre
Onward travel informationBusline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off on the Station Car Park.
Seaham train station facilities and services
Seaham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seaham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seaham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Seaham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access. Lowered kerb from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located in the waiting shelter on the Sunderland bound platform Accepts Cards Only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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