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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to London
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €54
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €129
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 2 h 46 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 2 h 49 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 26
- Distance
- 376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to London will cost around €129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €54.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 26 trains from Durham to London, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 376 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C019285:40 PM 2h51 Durham station (DHM) 8:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €54 1 One-way 0 changes- C01931
4:40 PM 2h51 Durham station (DHM) 7:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €54 1 One-way 0 changes 
G01166+C019884:52 PM 3h09 Durham station (DHM) 8:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €63 1 One-way 1 change- C01959
12:40 PM 2h52 Durham station (DHM) 3:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €70 1 One-way 0 changes - C01950
1:40 PM 2h52 Durham station (DHM) 4:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €70 1 One-way 0 changes
- C01949
7:17 AM 2h46 Durham station (DHM) 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) €255 1 One-way 0 changes 
C24972+
Y148194:18 PM 2h49 Durham station (DHM) 7:07 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €79 1 One-way 1 change- G15900+Y14817
1:18 PM 2h49 Durham station (DHM) 4:07 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €118 1 One-way 1 change - C01928
5:40 PM 2h51 Durham station (DHM) 8:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €54 1 One-way 0 changes - C01925
9:40 AM 2h51 Durham station (DHM) 12:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) €113 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to London
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Trains from Durham to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €11 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 376 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 376 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 3:30 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Durham to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to London trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01954 | 4:49 AM Durham station (DHM) | 3h12 | 8:01 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01905 | 5:39 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h55 | 8:34 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01963 | 6:09 AM Durham station (DHM) | 3h08 | 9:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01970 | 6:40 AM Durham station (DHM) | 3h07 | 9:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01140+G08170 | 6:53 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h57 | 9:50 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C01949 | 7:17 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h46 | 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01968 | 7:39 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h54 | 10:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29862+C02042 | 7:53 AM Durham station (DHM) | 3h09 | 11:02 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G16013+G08175 | 8:18 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h52 | 11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C01939 | 8:39 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h53 | 11:32 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01180+Y14827 | 8:48 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h52 | 11:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W29868+C02002 | 8:53 AM Durham station (DHM) | 3h08 | 12:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C24952+G08180 | 9:18 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h59 | 12:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C01925 | 9:40 AM Durham station (DHM) | 2h51 | 12:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15922+G80055 | 12:18 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h52 | 3:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C01959 | 12:40 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h52 | 3:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29935+G07995 | 12:46 PM Durham station (DHM) | 3h09 | 3:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G01153+C02029 | 12:53 PM Durham station (DHM) | 3h09 | 4:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G15900+Y14817 | 1:18 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h49 | 4:07 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C01950 | 1:40 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h52 | 4:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24972+Y14819 | 4:18 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h49 | 7:07 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C01931 | 4:40 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h51 | 7:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66824+ G08250 | 4:47 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h58 | 7:45 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G01166+C01988 | 4:52 PM Durham station (DHM) | 3h09 | 8:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C24975+C02070 | 5:18 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h53 | 8:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C01928 | 5:40 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2h51 | 8:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Durham to London train
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popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and London
Most Durham to London trains use the Durham to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Durham and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Durham station do trains to London leave from?
Getting to Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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