The average train between Durham and Cornwall takes 11h 30m and the fastest train takes 8h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Durham to Cornwall. 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 Durham and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Durham is at 4:53 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 11h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Durham to Cornwall? 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 Durham to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Cornwall station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.
Durham to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Par station.
Book your Durham to Cornwall train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Durham and Cornwall is 530 km. The road distance is 740 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Luxulyan via Plymouth and Par in around 9h 17m.