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Compare 2 ways to go from York to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$13 - $111 | Average Duration45m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$9 - $9 | Average Duration1h 30m | 4kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from York to Durham 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 York to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from York to Durham start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $41. 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 York to Durham?
The average train ride duration from York to Durham is 45m, covering a distance of 60 miles (97 km). The quickest train can get you there in 43m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the York to Durham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from York to Durham?
The earliest train departs from York to Durham at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:28pm.
What is the best train operator from York to Durham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from York to Durham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from York to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from York to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from York to Durham was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from York to Durham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $106 for a train ticket from York to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
