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Outbound fromDurham to Shildon by train
It takes an average of 1h 3m to travel from Durham to Shildon by train, over a distance of around 11 miles (17 km). There are normally 25 trains per day travelling from Durham to Shildon and tickets for this journey start from £7.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:30 | |
| Departure station | Durham | |
| Arrival station | Shildon | |
| Journey time | From 41m | |
| Distance | 11 miles (17 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £7.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Durham to Shildon by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Durham to Shildon? Look no further.
You'll usually find 25 trains per day running between Durham and Shildon, which usually take 1 hour 3 minutes to complete the 11 miles (17 km) journey. It can take as little as 41 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Shildon by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
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 Durham to Shildon start from £7.40 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Shildon? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Durham to Shildon
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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 Durham to Shildon 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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