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Some of our key routes to and from Durham include trains to Leeds, London, and Scotland along the scenic east coast.

Durham Station is a principal stop on the east coast mainline.

Located only 15 minutes south of Newcastle, most LNER inter-city train services stop in Durham on their journey from Edinburgh to Leeds and London.

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47,785

Fact About Durham

Durham contains over 630 listed buildings — 569 of which are located within the city centre's conservation area

Popular trains to Durham

Edinburgh to Durham

Tuesday 4 Jun 2024

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£17.50

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330% greener than a car

London Kings Cross to Durham

Friday 7 Jun 2024

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£26.30

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330% greener than a car

Peterborough to Doncaster

Tuesday 14 May 2024

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£12.00

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330% greener than a car

These percentages were calculated using our Carbon Calculator.

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Delve into the delights of Durham

Things to do in Durham

From brooding dramatic landscapes and cobbled streets to its magnificent World Heritage Site cathedral, Durham is well worth a visit.

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Places to eat in Durham

Here’s LNER's guide to food, fun and fab shopping in Durham.

Nothing Beats Musical Routes

National Rail has partnered with renowned British DJ and broadcaster, Jo Whiley, to ignite a passion for exploring the roots of British music through train travel. Embark on a journey with Window Seater app with a variety of short audio guides narrating the vibrant tales of Britain's musical landscapes, both past and present.

Musical Routes

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Which rail lines go through Durham?

The principal trains going through Durham station are LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Trains, and TransPennineExpress.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.