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Liverpool to Durham Train Timetable
Trip Summary
There are usually 10 daily train trips available from Liverpool to Durham. Traveling by train from Liverpool to Durham usually takes 3 hours and 40 minutes, but the fastest TransPennine Express train can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 110 mi (178 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 40m |
| Lowest price | £66.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Merseyrail + Connections |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Liverpool to Durham?
There are 4 train lines with service from Liverpool to Durham. Merseyrail + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merseyrail + Connections | 4 | 3h 47m | £73.24 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 3 | 3h 52m | £73.24 |
| TransPennine Express | 2 | 3h 32m | £66.00 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 1 | 2h 56m | £73.24 |
Merseyrail + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Durham start from £73, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Merseyrail + Connections schedules to Durham. Merseyrail + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Brunswick . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Liverpool to Durham train travel on Merseyrail + Connections takes 3 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Durham faster, Merseyrail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Merseyrail + Connections offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Durham.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Durham start from £73, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Durham. Northern Rail + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool South Parkway . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Liverpool to Durham train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 3 hours and 52 minutes. If you are looking to get to Durham faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Durham.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Liverpool to Durham start from £66, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 TransPennine Express schedules to Durham. TransPennine Express in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Liverpool to Durham train travel on TransPennine Express takes 3 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Durham faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Durham.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Durham start from £73, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Durham. TransPennine Express + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Liverpool to Durham train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 2 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to Durham faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Durham on a weekend there is typically one TransPennine Express + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Liverpool.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Liverpool to Durham
Trains from Liverpool to Durham are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Liverpool at 15:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 10 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Liverpool to Durham. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Durham to Liverpool.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
Main departure station: Brunswick
Liverpool has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Durham.
All train stations in Liverpool:
Brunswick
Liverpool South Parkway Station
Liverpool Lime Street Station
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main arrival station: Durham Train Station
Durham has one train station.
Train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
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