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

The average train ticket price from York to Durham is $43. The best way to find train tickets from York to Durham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from York to Durham?

A train trip between York and Durham is around 47m, although the fastest train will take about 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 60 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between York and Durham?

The number of trains from York to Durham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from York to Durham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Durham?

Once in Durham, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Hall Hill Farm, Crook Hall, Oriental Museum, Durham Heritage Centre, Durham Castle.

Trains from York to Durham | London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry

Compare 3 ways to go from York to Durham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $38	Average Duration3h 59m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$13 - $115	Average Duration47m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the train from York to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 47 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

47mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train York to Durham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$43

Average train trip duration47m

Number of daily trains12

Earliest train departure7:10am

Distance60 miles (96 km)

Latest train departure4:35pm

Train Companies

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi5

Transpennine Express

3.5/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4/539 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.9

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

York to Durham Train

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

Best price found

04/29

$13

04/30

$26

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$13

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$13

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05/04

$21

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$13

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$13

The cheapest trip from York to Durham was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $109 for a train ticket from York to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-05-05.

Usually RDG_CROSSCOUNTRY will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from York to Durham is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Durham you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between York and Durham compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from York to Durham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train from Durham to York

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