The average train between Cornwall and Durham takes 9h 56m and the fastest train takes 8h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Cornwall 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 4 times a day between Cornwall and Durham. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cornwall is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Durham at 4:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 9h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cornwall 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 Cornwall to Durham. However, there are services departing from Cornwall station and arriving at Durham station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.
Cornwall to Durham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Cornwall to Durham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Durham station.
Book your Cornwall to Durham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Cornwall and Durham is 530 km. The road distance is 737 km.
You can take a train from Luxulyan to Durham via Par and Plymouth in around 9h 23m.