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It takes an average of 6h 52m to travel from Holyhead to Durham by train, over a distance of around 160 miles (258 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Holyhead to Durham and tickets for this journey start from £49.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:21 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:40 | |
| Departure station | Holyhead | |
| Arrival station | Durham | |
| Journey time | From 5h 1m | |
| Distance | 160 miles (258 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £49.10 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Holyhead to Durham in 5 hours 1 minute
Thinking about taking the train from Holyhead to Durham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 52 minutes to travel the 160 miles (258 km) from Holyhead to Durham by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 1 minute on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to Durham. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Holyhead to Durham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £49.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Durham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Holyhead to Durham?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.