4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Durham
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Durham will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol for Durham on Sat, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 376 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 32 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.
8:33 AM4h50Bristol1:23 PMDurham$611One-way0 transfers- 7:33 AM4h50Bristol12:23 PMDurham$701One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM5h11Bristol12:11 PMDurham$1731One-way0 transfers- 9:02 AM5h16Bristol2:18 PMDurham$1971One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM6h32Bristol3:10 PMDurham$2021One-way0 transfers
- 8:33 AM4h50Bristol1:23 PMDurham$611One-way0 transfers
- 7:33 AM4h50Bristol12:23 PMDurham$701One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM5h11Bristol12:11 PMDurham$1731One-way0 transfers
- 9:02 AM5h16Bristol2:18 PMDurham$1971One-way0 transfers
- 8:38 AM6h32Bristol3:10 PMDurham$2021One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 233 miles (376 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$114 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest |
5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Durham:
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Durham costing on average $114 (€93).
Other travel options to Durham take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 22m.
Live departures
Bristol to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Durham trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:33 AM Bristol | 4h50 | 2:23 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 7:00 AM Bristol | 5h11 | 12:11 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:33 AM Bristol | 4h50 | 12:23 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:33 AM Bristol | 4h50 | 1:23 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:38 AM Bristol | 6h32 | 3:10 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:02 AM Bristol | 5h16 | 2:18 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Durham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 233 miles (376 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 233 miles (376 km) |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 4:37 AM |
Last train 7:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Bristol to Durham trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Bristol and Durham from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Durham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Durham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Durham
Most Bristol to Durham trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Durham station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
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.
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