Is there a direct train from Bournemouth to Durham?

The journey between Bournemouth and Durham usually involves 9 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bournemouth to Durham every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bournemouth to Durham?

The Bournemouth to Durham train travel takes about 5 hours and 34 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bournemouth to Durham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Durham leaving Bournemouth at around 05:12 and the last train leaving at around 23:12.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bournemouth at around 06:25, with the final departure at 23:12.

Bournemouth to Durham by train

First train

05:12
Last train

23:12

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

5hr 34m

Distance

451 kilometres
Trains per day

34

Avg. journey time

7hr 24m
Train operators

Explore Bournemouth to Durham by train

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

Train cost for travel between Bournemouth and Durham

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is CA$414.70, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides
Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience
Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey
Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts
Are an even greener travel option than high speed
Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel from Bournemouth to Durham

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:12 and the last departure is 23:12. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:25 and the last train leaves at 23:12. On average, a total of 34 trains make this journey each day.

Average train travel time from Bournemouth to Durham

The quickest time by train is 5 hours and 34 minutes, travelling a total distance of 451 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Bournemouth and Durham?

You can secure tickets for travel between Bournemouth and Durham up to 3 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Further insights on trains from Bournemouth to Durham

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Durham city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Bournemouth to Durham by train?

The distance between Bournemouth and Durham is 451 kilometres.

How much does the train from Bournemouth to Durham cost?

The lowest fare on this route is CA$414.70. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Bournemouth to Durham?

Tickets for this journey become available 3 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Bournemouth to Durham?

The fastest journey by train is 5 hours and 34 minutes.

Durham to Bournemouth by train

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