Travelling from Halifax to Durham by train

Want to know how to get from Halifax to Durham by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Halifax to Durham take around 1 hour and 52 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 119 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Halifax is scheduled to depart at around  00:15. The last departure is usually at around 22:43 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Halifax at around 00:15, with the last train leaving at around 20:51. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 42 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €40.76.

We think any time is a great time to visit Durham, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Durham.

Is there a direct train from Halifax to Durham?

The journey between Halifax and Durham usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Halifax to Durham every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Halifax to Durham train travel takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Halifax to Durham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Durham leaving Halifax at around 00:15 and the last train leaving at around 22:43 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Halifax at around 00:15, with the final departure at 20:51.