How much does a train ticket cost from Durham to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Manchester start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Durham to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Durham to Manchester is 2h 21m, covering a distance of 102 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Durham to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Manchester?

The earliest train from Durham to Manchester departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 19:59.

Train Durham to Manchester from £23

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Durham to Manchester on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:01	Durham	2h 19m	11:20	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	09:59	Durham	2h 20m	12:19	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	16:00	Durham	2h 22m	18:22	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	16:59	Durham	2h 20m	19:19	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	17:59	Durham	2h 19m	20:18	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Durham to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

94 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £29	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £138	Average duration2h 21m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £16	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi5

Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at £24

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Durham to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Manchester start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Durham to Manchester is 2h 21m, covering a distance of 102 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Manchester?
The earliest train from Durham to Manchester departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 19:59.