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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Durham takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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.

3h 45m
Duration
152 mi
Distance
£64
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Durham train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Durham. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Durham at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.

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  • Distance: 152 mi
  • Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Durham, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Durham via Leeds in around 3h 15m.

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