The average train between Manchester and Durham takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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 Manchester and Durham. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Durham at 12:16 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Durham station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.
Manchester to Durham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Manchester to Durham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Manchester to Durham train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester and Durham is 150.4 km. The road distance is 214 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 6m.
