4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Durham
Cheapest price
£93
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Durham will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
Of the 6 trains that leave Sheffield for Durham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
G007389:321h38Sheffield station (SHF)11:10Durham station (DHM)£931One-way0 changes
G89457+
G158619:522h14Sheffield station (SHF)12:06Durham station (DHM)£931One-way1 change- G010558:222h01Sheffield station (SHF)10:23Durham station (DHM)£951One-way0 changes
- W84658+
G80205+C248959:111h55Sheffield station (SHF)11:06Durham station (DHM)£961One-way2 changes - G669879:222h01Sheffield station (SHF)11:23Durham station (DHM)£961One-way0 changes
- G007389:321h38Sheffield station (SHF)11:10Durham station (DHM)£931One-way0 changes
- W84658+G80205+C248959:111h55Sheffield station (SHF)11:06Durham station (DHM)£961One-way2 changes
- G669879:222h01Sheffield station (SHF)11:23Durham station (DHM)£961One-way0 changes
- G010558:222h01Sheffield station (SHF)10:23Durham station (DHM)£951One-way0 changes
- G89457+G158619:522h14Sheffield station (SHF)12:06Durham station (DHM)£931One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sheffield to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield 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 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 155 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£42 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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
Sheffield to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Durham trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24895+G89725 | 8:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h48 | 11:06 Durham station (DHM) | 1 change | |
| G01055 | 8:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h01 | 10:23 Durham station (DHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84658 · C24895+G80205 | 9:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h55 | 11:06 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
| G66987 | 9:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h01 | 11:23 Durham station (DHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00738 | 9:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h38 | 11:10 Durham station (DHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15861+G89457 | On time 9:52 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h14 | 12:06 Durham station (DHM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Durham
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Trains from Sheffield to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 3:30 |
Last train 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway from Sheffield to Durham trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Sheffield and Durham from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Durham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Durham
Most Sheffield to Durham trains use the Sheffield to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Durham leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Durham station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
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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