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How to get to Durham by train
- Routes
- 11
- Trips per day
- 49
- train lines
- 1
- Stations
- 1
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About Durham
Durham is a city on the Oyster River in New Hampshire. It was initially known as the Parish of Oyster River, but was later renamed after the historic city of Durham, England. The area has over 800 acres of parkland, which you can enjoy via hiking and biking trails. The town has excellent restaurants and bars, particularly in the area surrounding the University of New Hampshire. New England is also popular for golf, and you'll find multiple courses just a short distance from the city. Take a trip to the New England coast at Wallis Sands or go kayaking on the Oyster River.
The quickest way to get to Durham by air is via the nearby Portsmouth Peas Airport. The UNH station is also the city's main transport stop for Amtrak Downeaster trains which run throughout the day, from which you can reach cities like Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington.
Station Information
Popular train stations in Durham:
- UNH Durham Transit Ctr - 3 Depot Rd
What train companies travel to Durham, NH?
Located in New Hampshire, Durham is accessible by train from 11 other cities. You can choose from 49 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Durham on Wanderu. Amtrak Downeaster usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Durham are also available.
Train companies serving Durham
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Downeaster | 11 | 1 hr, 22 min | CZK 421.13 |
| Amtrak | 27 | 11 hr, 41 min | CZK 4,402.63 |
The Amtrak Downeaster provides passenger rail service in New England along the northeastern seaboard. The line is especially popular in the summer months for coastal getaways, and in the fall to see the incredible foliage along the train route. Choose between Coach Class or Business Class, the latter offering more comfortable seating, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, and a more flexible ticket cancellation policy. All passengers are treated to free onboard WiFi and access to the cafe car to buy a snack or coffee.
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Which train carrier has the best service to Durham?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Durham by train with Amtrak Downeaster, giving it a 4.5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Downeaster had the most comfortable train service to Durham, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Downeaster at 4.4 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Durham punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Downeaster has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Durham, rating it 4.8 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 173.31 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Durham, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Durham. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Durham was CZK 238.30.
Cheapest Price
CZK 173.31
The main train station in Durham is UNH Durham Transit Ctr - 3 Depot Rd. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Durham.
The closest airport to Durham is Portsmouth Intl at Pease Airport (PSM), located 6.5 miles from the city center of Durham.
Durham is the second most popular train destination in New Hampshire. Durham ranks number 145 among train destinations in the country. Durham has the second most train connections in New Hampshire. There are 49 direct train schedules arriving in Durham each day.
The population of Durham is 10,345. It ranks number 3 by population in New Hampshire. It ranks number 368 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Durham, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 173.31. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Durham starts at CZK 259.96. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 173.31.
People who take the train to Durham are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Durham easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Durham is UNH Durham Transit Ctr - 3 Depot Rd, located just 0.6 miles away. Select UNH Durham Transit Ctr - 3 Depot Rd as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Durham. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 1 hr, 22 min | CZK 555.45 |
| Haverhill | 34 min | CZK 381.71 |
| Portland | 1 hr, 7 min | CZK 358.74 |
| Woburn | 1 hr, 4 min | CZK 547.65 |
| Exeter | 13 min | CZK 303.94 |
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