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The average train between Bolton and Durham takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton 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.

3h 9m
Duration
148 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bolton to Durham train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Durham. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Durham at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 2m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 43m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express11h 30m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 47m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 50m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 47m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 40m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton 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.

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  • Distance: 148 mi
  • Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Durham, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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