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Elmswell to Durham by train

First train

06:38

Last train

12:43

Departure station

Elmswell

Arrival station

Durham

Journey time

From 4h 11m

Distance

203 miles (327 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Elmswell to Durham by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Elmswell to Durham? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Elmswell and Durham, which usually take 4 hours 41 minutes to complete the 203 miles (327 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Durham by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Elmswell to Durham if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Durham? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Elmswell and Durham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Elmswell to Durham is 4 hours and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Elmswell to Durham?

No, there are no direct train services from Elmswell to Durham. Travelling from Elmswell to Durham by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Elmswell to Durham leave?

The first train from Elmswell to Durham leaves at 06:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Elmswell to Durham leave?

The last train from Elmswell to Durham leaves at 12:43. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Elmswell and Durham by train?

Trains travelling from Elmswell to Durham cover a distance of around 203 miles (327 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Elmswell to Durham

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Elmswell to Durham is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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

† 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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