How much does a train ticket cost from London to Durham?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Durham start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £118. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Durham?

The average train journey time from London to Durham is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 232 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 44m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Durham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Durham?

The earliest train from London to Durham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 22:03.

Train London to Durham from £35

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Durham on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:33	King's Cross	2h 45m	18:18	Durham	Cheapest
Train	15:33	King's Cross	2h 45m	18:18	Durham	Fastest
Train	16:33	King's Cross	2h 48m	19:21	Durham	No tags
Train	16:33	King's Cross	2h 48m	19:21	Durham	No tags

Next departures from London to Durham on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:33	King's Cross	2h 45m	11:18	Durham	Cheapest
Train	07:33	King's Cross	2h 45m	10:18	Durham	Fastest
Train	07:33	King's Cross	2h 45m	10:18	Durham	No tags
Train	08:33	King's Cross	2h 45m	11:18	Durham	No tags
Train	15:33	King's Cross	2h 45m	18:18	Durham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 09:21 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Durham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

2h 45mAverage duration

232 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £121	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£29 - £312	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £47	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi5

Based on 31 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. London North Eastern Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £29

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Durham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from London to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Durham start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £118. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Durham?
The average train journey time from London to Durham is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 232 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 44m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Durham?
The earliest train from London to Durham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 22:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

£60

25/01

No data

Today

£96

27/01

£72

28/01

No data

29/01

£96

30/01

No data

31/01

No data

The cheapest trip from London to Durham was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of £60

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Durham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £60 to £299 for a train ticket from London to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £72, which is on 2026-01-27.