The average train between Wales and Durham takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Durham. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 8:23 PM which arrives into Durham at 11:07 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wales to Durham. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Durham station via Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Wales to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Wales to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Wales to Durham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and Durham is 160.7 km. The road distance is 202 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 38m.