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

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Durham start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £163. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Durham?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Durham is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 160 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 34m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Durham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Durham?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Durham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 19:28.

Train Birmingham to Durham from £33

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 13m	18:16	Durham	No tags
Train	16:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 13m	19:16	Durham	No tags
Train	16:30	Birmingham New Street	3h 16m	19:46	Durham	No tags
Train	17:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 18m	20:21	Durham	No tags
Train	18:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 12m	21:15	Durham	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Durham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 3 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

3h 13mAverage duration

160 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£34 - £55	Average duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£55 - £399	Average duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£23 - £23	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £55

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Durham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Durham start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £163. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Durham?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Durham is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 160 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 34m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Durham?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Durham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 19:28.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Durham was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £126

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

You can expect to pay from £126 to £215 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £126, which is on 2025-12-12.