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Winchester to Durham by train

First train

04:31

Last train

19:32

Departure station

Winchester

Arrival station

Durham

Journey time

From 5h 28m

Distance

257 miles (413 km)

Frequency

20 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

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

Taking the train from Winchester to Durham in 5 hours 28 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Winchester to Durham? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 6 hours 34 minutes to travel the 257 miles (413 km) from Winchester to Durham by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 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, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway 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 Winchester to Durham in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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.

FAQs about the train journey from Winchester to Durham

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

How do you get to Durham from Winchester?

To travel to Durham from Winchester, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 6 hours and 34 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 28 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Winchester to Durham?

Trains from Winchester to Durham take an average of 6 hours and 34 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 28 minutes. You'll usually find 20 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 Winchester and Durham by train?

The quickest journey time between Winchester and Durham by train is 5 hours and 28 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Winchester to Durham?

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

Cheap train tickets from Winchester 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 Winchester 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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