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Trains from St Albans City to Durham

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Trains to Durham from St Albans City

First train

03:52

Last train

00:58

Departure stationSt Albans City
Arrival stationDurham
Journey time

From 3h 22m

Distance

216 miles (347 km)

Frequency

40 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from St Albans City to Durham?

Check out the next trains departing from St Albans City to Durham for Tuesday 27th 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
11:0715:063h 59m, 3 changes
11:4315:183h 35m, 2 changes
12:0716:063h 59m, 3 changes
12:4316:193h 36m, 2 changes
13:1317:063h 53m, 3 changes
13:4317:193h 36m, 2 changes
14:1318:073h 54m, 3 changes
14:4318:183h 35m, 2 changes
15:1319:063h 53m, 3 changes
15:4319:213h 38m, 2 changes

What are the train times from St Albans City to Durham?

Get from St Albans City to Durham in as little as 3 hours 22 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from St Albans City to Durham takes around 5 hours 44 minutes. There are around 40 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between St Albans City and Durham, you'll need to make 2 changes.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink and TransPennine Express trains operate on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from St Albans City to Durham?

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

How do I travel from St Albans City to Durham?

You can get from St Albans City to Durham by train in 5 hours and 44 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 22 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from St Albans City to Durham take?

The average journey time by train between St Albans City and Durham is 5 hours and 44 minutes, with around 40 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between St Albans City and Durham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from St Albans City to Durham is 3 hours and 22 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from St Albans City to Durham?

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

How do I find cheap train tickets from St Albans City to Durham?

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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 St Albans City to Durham 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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