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Trains from Durham to Bere Alston

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Trains to Bere Alston from Durham

First train

05:53

Last train

21:56

Departure stationDurham
Arrival stationBere Alston
Journey time

From 7h 59m

Distance

316 miles (509 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Durham to Bere Alston?

Check out the next trains departing from Durham to Bere Alston for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
06:5314:527h 59m, 1 change
07:1714:527h 35m, 3 changes
08:5317:048h 11m, 1 change
09:1817:047h 46m, 4 changes
10:5419:028h 8m, 1 change
11:1819:027h 44m, 4 changes
13:5421:548h 0m, 1 change
14:1721:547h 37m, 4 changes
16:5205:1412h 22m, 1 change
17:1805:1411h 56m, 4 changes

Plan your journey from Durham to Bere Alston

Considering a trip to Bere Alston and need more information on how to take the train from Durham to Bere Alston? Start your search with us today!

Usually, the train from Durham to Bere Alston takes around 10 hours 19 minutes. Every day, there are around 3 trains running on this popular route.

There will be 1 change on your journey from Durham to Bere Alston, as there are no direct trains.

London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains run on this route.

Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.

Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Durham to Bere Alston?

Want to know more about your journey from Durham to Bere Alston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Bere Alston from Durham?

To travel to Bere Alston from Durham, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 10 hours and 19 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 7 hours and 59 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Durham to Bere Alston?

Trains from Durham to Bere Alston take an average of 10 hours and 19 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 7 hours and 59 minutes. You'll usually find 3 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Durham and Bere Alston by train?

The quickest journey time between Durham and Bere Alston by train is 7 hours and 59 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Durham to Bere Alston?

No, there are no direct trains running from Durham to Bere Alston, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Durham to Bere Alston?

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Durham to Bere Alston is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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