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05/15/2025
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Durham, County Durham to Manchester by train

The journey from Durham, County Durham to Manchester by train is 93.56 mi and takes 2 hr 19 min. There are 32 connections per day, with the first departure at 4:37 AM and the last at 9:14 PM. It is possible to travel from Durham, County Durham to Manchester by train for as little as $29.28 or as much as $70.23. The best price for this journey is $29.28.

Lowest Price $29.28
Journey Duration 2 hr 19 min
Connection per Day 32
Lowest Price $29.28
Highest Price $70.23
First Departure 4:37 AM
Last Departure 9:14 PM
Distance 93.56 mi
Departure Durham, County Durham
Arrival Manchester
Carriers London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express

Durham, County Durham to Manchester Train Times

Departure date
Thursday, May 15, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Durham, County Durham to Manchester

The cheapest Durham, County Durham - Manchester train tickets can be found for as low as $35.48 if you’re lucky, or $39.74 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $42.93.

Find the best day to travel to Manchester by train

When travelling to Manchester by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board London North Eastern Railway from Durham, County Durham to Manchester
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Durham, County Durham to Manchester CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
10.54kg
Bus
11.29kg
Flight
30.11kg
Car
24.09kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Durham, County Durham to Manchester by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Durham, County Durham and Manchester are 10.54kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Durham, County Durham and Manchester? By taking the train between Durham, County Durham and Manchester you will save 19.57kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.75kg compared to a bus and 13.55kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Durham, County Durham to Manchester?
A train ticket from Durham, County Durham to Manchester is $52.66. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $29.28.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Durham, County Durham to Manchester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Durham, County Durham to Manchester is $29.28. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Durham, County Durham and Manchester by train?
Durham, County Durham to Manchester is 93.56 mi.
How long does the train between Durham, County Durham and Manchester take?
Durham, County Durham to Manchester is on average 2 hr 19 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 57 min.
Which companies operate from Durham, County Durham to Manchester?
The train journey from Durham, County Durham to Manchester is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from Durham, County Durham to Manchester?
Durham, County Durham to Manchester has 32 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Durham, County Durham to Manchester leave?
The earliest train from Durham, County Durham to Manchester departs at 4:37 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Durham, County Durham to Manchester depart?
The latest train from Durham, County Durham to Manchester departs at 9:14 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Durham, County Durham to Manchester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $29.28 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Durham, County Durham to Manchester?
There are on average 14 direct connection(s) from Durham, County Durham to go to Manchester.
What's the fastest journey time between Durham, County Durham to Manchester by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Durham, County Durham and Manchester is 1 hr 57 min.
Is there a direct train from Durham, County Durham to Manchester?
Yes, there is a direct train between Durham, County Durham and Manchester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Durham, County Durham to Manchester by train?
The train journey from Durham, County Durham to Manchester creates 10.54kg of CO2 emissions.