The average train between Kent and Durham takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Durham. The earliest departure is at 1:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 8:47 PM which arrives into Durham at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Durham. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Durham station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Kent to Durham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Durham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Kent to Durham train tickets online with Southeastern and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Kent and Durham is 421.1 km. The road distance is 514 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Durham via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, and King's Cross in around 4h 38m.