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Chester to Durham Cathedral trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Durham Cathedral takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Durham Cathedral. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 28m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£76
Average price
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Frequency

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best
  1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Durhamtrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 25m
£59–111

Chester to Durham Cathedral train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Durham Cathedral. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Durham Cathedral at 11:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 177.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Durham Cathedral, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 51m.

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