Durham to Chester-le-Street train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Chester-le-Street

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$6

Average price

$6

Fastest journey

5 m

Average duration

5 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

9 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Chester-le-Street is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Durham to Chester-le-Street will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Durham for Chester-le-Street on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 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.

TransPennine Express
07:01PM0h05
Durham
07:06PMChester-le-Street
$61One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Durham to Chester-le-Street train times

The table below shows live departures for Durham to Chester-le-Street trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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transpennine_express7:01 PM Durham
0h05
7:06 PM Chester-le-Street0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Durham to Chester-le-Street

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Trains from Durham to Chester-le-Street run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 6m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
5 miles (9 km)
Average train duration
6m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€7)
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
6m
First train
00:06
Last train
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: TransPennine Express from Durham to Chester-le-Street trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Durham and Chester-le-Street from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€4)
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Durham to Chester-le-Street

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Chester-le-Street 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 Chester-le-Street, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Typically, spending one or two days in Chester-le-Street is ideal to explore its key attractions such as the historic Lumley Castle, Riverside Park, and the local heritage sites.
The train journey from Durham to Chester-le-Street offers picturesque views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and charming rural landscapes.
The distance by train from Durham to Chester-le-Street is 5 miles (9 km).
The train station in Durham that goes to Chester-le-Street is Durham station (DHM), which connects to Chester-Le-Street (CLS).
Yes, a day trip from Durham to Chester-le-Street is feasible, with a journey time of just 6m and a distance of 5 miles (9 km). There are 4 train trips available per day.
The train from Durham to Chester-le-Street takes 6m and runs 4 per day.
The last train from Durham to Chester-le-Street leaves at 11:57 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Durham to Chester-le-Street.
Train ticket prices from Durham to Chester-le-Street can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $8 (€7), while the average price is around $8 (€7).
The cheapest way to get from Durham to Chester-le-Street is by train, with a cost of around $8 (€7).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Durham to Chester-le-Street.
The first train from Durham to Chester-le-Street leaves at 12:06 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Durham to Chester-le-Street.
Yes, there is a direct train from Durham to Chester-le-Street. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Durham to Chester-le-Street

Durham
Chester-le-Street
The major train station for departures in Durham is Durham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Durham for your trip from Durham to Chester-le-Street.
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information
address
Address
Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Durham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.

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