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

The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Durham start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Durham?

The average train journey time from Sheffield to Durham is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 97 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 29m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Durham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Sheffield to Durham departs at 07:21. And the latest train departs at 18:23.

Train Sheffield to Durham from £27

Next train departures

Next departures from Sheffield to Durham on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:21	Sheffield	2h 2m	11:23	Durham	Cheapest
Train	10:21	Sheffield	2h 1m	12:22	Durham	Fastest
Train	09:21	Sheffield	2h 2m	11:23	Durham	No tags
Train	10:21	Sheffield	2h 1m	12:22	Durham	No tags
Train	15:51	Sheffield	2h 32m	18:23	Durham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:13 GMT.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 55mAverage duration

97 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£23 - £37	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £146	Average duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £12	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £20

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield to Durham 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 Sheffield to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Durham start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Durham?
The average train journey time from Sheffield to Durham is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 97 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 29m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Durham?
The earliest train from Sheffield to Durham departs at 07:21. And the latest train departs at 18:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£19

10/12

£19

Today

£31

12/12

No data

13/12

No data

14/12

£40

15/12

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16/12

£27

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Durham was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sheffield to Durham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £19 to £141 for a train ticket from Sheffield to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-12-16.