The average train between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Durham takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Durham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Durham. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham Airport (BHX) is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Durham at 12:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham Intl Rail Station and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Durham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Durham. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Airport (BHX) station and arriving at Durham station via Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Durham train services, operated by Air-Rail Link, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Durham train services, operated by Air-Rail Link, arrive at Durham station.
The distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Durham is 258.6 km. The road distance is 322 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 2h 43m.