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Manchester Oxford Road to Durham by train

First train

05:43

Last train

05:43

Departure station

Manchester Oxford Road

Arrival station

Durham

Journey time

From 2h 18m

Distance

94 miles (151 km)

Frequency

70 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

TransPennine Express

Taking the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham in 2 hours 18 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 18 minutes to travel the 94 miles (151 km) from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 70 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express for all or at least part of your journey to Durham.

Book train tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Durham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Durham from Manchester Oxford Road?

To travel to Durham from Manchester Oxford Road, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 18 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 18 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham?

Trains from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham take an average of 2 hours and 18 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 18 minutes. You'll usually find 70 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Manchester Oxford Road and Durham by train?

The quickest journey time between Manchester Oxford Road and Durham by train is 2 hours and 18 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham?

No, there are no direct trains running from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham, you’ll usually need to make at least 0 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Durham

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

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 Manchester Oxford Road 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.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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