The average train between Bury and Durham takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Bury to Durham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bury and Durham. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bury is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Durham at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Victoria and take an average of 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Bury to Durham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bury to Durham. However, there are services departing from Bury station and arriving at Durham station via Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Bury to Durham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Bury to Durham train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Durham station.
The distance between Bury and Durham is 139.1 km. The road distance is 230 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 6m.