Warrington to Durham train with TransPennine Express

Mon 24 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington to Durham

Showing times and prices for 24 Nov

Cheapest price

£31

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

2 h 44 m

Average duration

3 h 24 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

167 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warrington to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Warrington to Durham will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Warrington 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 167 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.

TransPennine Express
05:202h44
Warrington
08:04Durham
£311One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
04:593h32
Warrington
08:31Durham
£541One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
08:314h32
Warrington
13:03Durham
£561One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
07:202h47
Warrington
10:07Durham
£1031One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Warrington to Durham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 167 km

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Coach

£59

Average Price

£21

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Cheapest

3h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 58m

Average total duration

8h 28m

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30m

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Live departures

Warrington to Durham train times

The table below shows live departures for Warrington to Durham trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 15:45
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express04:59 Warrington
3h32
08:31 Durham0 changesdirect
transpennine_express05:20 Warrington
2h44
08:04 Durham0 changesdirect
transpennine_express07:20 Warrington
2h47
10:07 Durham0 changesdirect
transpennine_express08:31 Warrington
4h32
13:03 Durham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington to Durham

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Trains from Warrington to Durham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 47m.

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 £16
Distance
167 km
Average train duration
2h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 47m
First train
03:10
Last train
23:00
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 £16

Train companies: TransPennine Express from Warrington to Durham trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Warrington and Durham from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£31
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Warrington to Durham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington 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.

FAQs
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Durham allows you to explore its historic sites, such as Durham Cathedral and Castle, enjoy the scenic riverside, and experience the local culture.
A day trip from Warrington to Durham is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 47m. However, there are 4 train services per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Warrington to Durham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Warrington to Durham offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the rolling countryside, historic towns, and occasional glimpses of the River Wear as you approach Durham.
The cheapest way to get from Warrington to Durham is by coach, costing approximately £16.
The train distance from Warrington to Durham is 167 km.
The last train from Warrington to Durham departs at 23:00.
There is no night train service from Warrington to Durham.
Booking trains from Warrington to Durham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Warrington to Durham covers a distance of 167 km and takes approximately 2h 47m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Warrington that goes to Durham is Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ), and it arrives at Durham station (DHM).
The first train from Warrington to Durham leaves at 3:10.
Trains from Warrington to Durham run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Warrington to Durham.
Yes, you can take the train from Warrington to Durham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Warrington to Durham.
To get from Warrington to Durham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Warrington and Durham

Warrington
Durham
The major train station for departures in Warrington is Warrington Bank Quay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Warrington Bank Quay for your trip from Warrington to Durham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 05:45 - 19:00 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Warrington Bank Quay Car Park 2 - Slutchers Lane
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 28 cycle spaces are available outside the main entrance and 8 cycle spaces are on Platform 3/4.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Warrington Bank Quay
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Forecourt.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train.
  • 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
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.

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