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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Durham | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham | Manchester Victoria | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Durham to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $33
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham to Manchester by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Durham to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Manchester start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Manchester is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 102 miles (164 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Durham to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Durham to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Manchester at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 10:17pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham to Manchester was searched and found on Mar 2, 2026 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham to Manchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $178 for a train ticket from Durham to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2026-03-04.
