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Trip Summary
There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Manchester to Durham. Traveling by train from Manchester to Durham usually takes 2 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest TransPennine Express train can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 93 mi (150 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 5m |
| Lowest price | $42.15 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Manchester to Durham?
There are 3 train lines with service from Manchester to Durham. TransPennine Express + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 1 | 2h 50m | $89.73 |
| TransPennine Express | 2 | 2h 36m | $79.57 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 4 | 2h 28m | $75.30 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Durham start from $90, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Durham. Northern Rail + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Manchester to Durham train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 2 hours and 50 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 5 minutes.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Manchester to Durham start from $49, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 TransPennine Express schedules to Durham. TransPennine Express in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport and one other station. And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Manchester to Durham train travel on TransPennine Express takes 2 hours and 36 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 5 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Durham start from $42, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Durham. TransPennine Express + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Victoria and one other station. And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Manchester to Durham train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 2 hours and 28 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 5 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Manchester to Durham
Trains from Manchester to Durham are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 7 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Manchester 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 Manchester.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Manchester Airport
Refurbished in 2004 and 2014, Manchester Airport Station is a combined rail, Metrolink tram, and bus station. Referred to as "The Station" on signage, it is linked to the airport terminals by the Sky Link elevated walkway. Northern, TransPennine Express, and Transport for Wales operate rail services, with destinations including central Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. National Express and Megabus also operate frequent buses to and from the airport. The Metrolink tram connects with Manchester Victoria rail station, located much closer to the center of Manchester.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Airport
Manchester Victoria
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main arrival station: Durham Train Station
Durham has one train station.
All train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
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