How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Durham?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Durham start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Durham?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Durham is 2h 23m, covering a distance of 93 miles (150 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Durham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Durham?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Durham at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Train Manchester to Durham from $30

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Durham on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	2h 4m	9:04am	Durham	Cheapest
Train	7:00pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 59m	8:59pm	Durham	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Manchester Airport	3h	10:04am	Durham	No tags
Train	7:04am	Manchester Airport	3h	10:04am	Durham	No tags
Train	8:04am	Manchester Airport	3h 3m	11:07am	Durham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:13 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Durham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

94 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $58	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $182	Average Duration2h 23m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $15	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $31

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Durham by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Durham start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Durham?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Durham is 2h 23m, covering a distance of 93 miles (150 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Durham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Durham?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Durham at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$35

12/10

$45

Today

$64

12/12

No data

12/13

$62

12/14

$46

12/15

No data

12/16

No data

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Durham was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $173 for a train ticket from Manchester to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-12-14.