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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Manchester Victoria | Durham | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Victoria | Durham | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Durham | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Durham | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Durham | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 243, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 533
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Durham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Durham start from R 533. The average price for this train route is around R 1 350. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Durham?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Durham is 2h 23m, covering a distance of 150 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Durham?
The earliest train from Manchester to Durham departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:59.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Durham was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 597To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Durham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 597 to R 2 988 for a train ticket from Manchester to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 793, which is on 2025-12-14.
