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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Durham (DHM)

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29

train journeys
per day

149

miles (240 kms)

3hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Durham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Durham is approximately 149 miles (240 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 35 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Durham.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Durham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Durham Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:54
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    10:23
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:09
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:54
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:14
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:21
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    13:15
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:06
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:08
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:17
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:15
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:12
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    17:24
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:06
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    18:16
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:12
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    18:26
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    19:16
    Leicester
    Durham
    Leicester to Durham

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Durham

The travel time between Leicester and Durham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

First class tickets on trains between Leicester and Durham typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Durham can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Durham. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Durham.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Leicester and Durham, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.