The average train between Durham and Windermere takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham to Windermere. 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 Durham and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 1:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Windermere at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Durham to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Windermere station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Durham to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.
Durham to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Durham to Windermere train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Durham and Windermere is 96.5 km. The road distance is 215 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Windermere via Newcastle, Carlisle, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 3m.