The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Durham
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Durham will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Durham on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€50 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Durham by bus or train
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Durham trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as CrossCountry and LNER offer trains services from Manchester Airport to Durham. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Airport to Durham.
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry and LNER to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Durham.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Durham.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry and LNER to help you choose the right option for your journey from Manchester Airport to Durham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Durham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Durham
Trains from Manchester Airport to Durham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 17:32. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 07:04 |
Last train 17:32 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER from Manchester Airport to Durham trainsTransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Durham from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
CrossCountry
LNER
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Durham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Durham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
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