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Leeds to Durham by train
It takes an average of 1h 26m to travel from Leeds to Durham by train, over a distance of around 68 miles (109 km). There are normally 68 trains per day traveling from Leeds to Durham and tickets for this journey start from $13.81 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:43 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:46 pm | |
| Departure station | Leeds | |
| Arrival station | Durham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 7m | |
| Distance | 68 miles (109 km) | |
| Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $13.81 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
Take the train from Leeds to Durham in 1 hour 7 minutes
If you want to travel from Leeds to Durham by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Leeds to Durham by train to take around 1 hour 26 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 68 trains per day running on this route, which spans 109 km. There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Durham.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Leeds to Durham start from $13.81 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Durham
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leeds to Durham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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