Durham Train Station
Durham train station is on the East Coast Main Line and serves the town of Durham, in the North East of England. Trains to Durham glide into town from a hill to the north, before traversing a viaduct and pulling up overlooking the beautiful Wharton Park.
With its open-air theatre and 1950s folly, as well as a sculpture donated by British Rail, the views of Durham from the park are majestic. The 19th-century philosopher John Ruskin described the skyline, including the Durham Cathedral and railway viaduct, as 'the Eighth Wonder of the World'.
The station building itself is equally picturesque, with long canopied platforms giving way to open air and blue skies, and a booking hall located in the original stone station building from 1857.
Refurbishment in 2008 added a new lounge, toilets, travel centre, lifts and shops - as a result, the station won Overall Station of the Year at the 2008 National Rail Awards.
The town's main shopping hub is a short walk from the station, but visitors to Durham University will need to take a taxi or bus.
Station details & facilities
Ticket office
Luggage
Facilities
Toilets
WiFi
Staffing and customer service
Parking
Bicycle Facilities
Accessibility
First Class Lounge
Trains to Durham station
Durham train station is mainly served by LNER, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express trains.
Thanks to frequent and direct LNER services, you can easily get to Durham from London Kings Cross in 3h 20m and from Edinburgh in 1h 50m. CrossCountry trains connect Durham to Plymouth and Glasgow, whereas TransPennine Express cover the routes from Newcastle and Liverpool Lime Street to Durham.
Durham train station departures and arrivals
Want to know when your next train from/to Durham station departs? Scroll down this page and click on the ‘Departures’ tab if you want to check all trains departing from Durham railway station or click on the ‘Arrivals’ tab for more information about all services arriving into Durham.
It's easy to find your platform at Durham station: northbound trains use platform 2, and southbound trains platform 1. There are entrances on either side of the station, and a subway with ramp access connects the two platforms. The main ticket office is at the eastern entrance off Station Approach, next to platform 1. There are toilets and taxi ranks on both sides of the station, and local buses depart from the forecourt on Station Approach.
Durham train station parking
Durham train station has one car park. Step-free access is available from the car park to the station.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Durham station open?
Durham station is open every day that services are running to and from the station. The station usually opens just before the first train of the day leaves and then closes after the last train departs. Ticket office opening hours may vary.
Are trains running today from Durham station?
Trains arrive into and depart from Durham station almost every day, although there may be fewer services during the weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains running to and from Durham.
How far is Durham station from the city centre?
Durham Station is just a ten-minute walk from the city centre. Be ready for a bit of a climb though, as most of the city is on a hill.
Are dogs allowed at Durham station?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Durham station, but they should be kept on a lead or in a pet carrier at all times.
Departures and arrivals from Durham
Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Leeds | TransPennine Express | 08:01 | 1 | Scheduled |
| to London Kings Cross | London North Eastern Railway | 08:09 | 1 | Scheduled |
| to Liverpool Lime Street | TransPennine Express | 08:15 | 1 | Scheduled |
| to Carlisle | Northern | 08:22 | 2 | Scheduled |
| to London Kings Cross | London North Eastern Railway | 08:38 | 1 | Scheduled |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Newcastle | TransPennine Express | 08:00 | 1 | Scheduled |
| from Newcastle | London North Eastern Railway | 08:06 | 1 | Scheduled |
| from Newcastle | TransPennine Express | 08:14 | 1 | Scheduled |
| from Darlington | Northern | 08:22 | 2 | Scheduled |
| from Newcastle | London North Eastern Railway | 08:36 | 1 | Scheduled |