Birmingham International to Durham by train

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Overview: trains from Birmingham International to Durham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham International to Durham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:47 View journey
Last train 19:06 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 21m View journey
Distance (km) 259
Trains / day 33 View all
Cheapest journey AU$320.47 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 35m
Train operators 10

Explore Birmingham International to Durham by train

Thinking about travelling from Birmingham International to Durham by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Birmingham International and Durham: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$320.47, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Birmingham International to Durham train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Birmingham International to Durham is at 06:05 and the last is at 19:05. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:47 and the last one is at 19:06. You can expect 33 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 23 minutes.

How long does the train from Birmingham International to Durham take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 21 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 259 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Birmingham International to Durham?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Additional information on train travel from Birmingham International to Durham

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Durham city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham International to Durham

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

The trip from Birmingham International to Durham covers a distance of 259 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.