The average train between Durham and Central London takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham to Central London. 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 Durham and Central London. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Central London at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 47m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Durham to Central London? 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 Durham to Central London. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Central London station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Durham to Central London train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Durham station.
Durham to Central London train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.
The distance between Durham and Central London is 374.9 km. The road distance is 425 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Durham to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 49m.