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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Durham (DHM)

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17

train journeys
per day

322

miles (519 kms)

6hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 05:08

first / last train

10

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Durham , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Durham is approximately 322 miles (519 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 11 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Durham.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Durham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Durham Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:24
    6 hrs 51 mins Direct
    12:15
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:20
    6 hrs 55 mins Direct
    13:15
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:27
    6 hrs 52 mins Direct
    14:19
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:27
    6 hrs 49 mins Direct
    15:16
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    6 hrs 50 mins Direct
    16:17
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:27
    6 hrs 48 mins Direct
    17:15
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    6 hrs 49 mins Direct
    18:16
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:27
    6 hrs 49 mins Direct
    19:16
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    7 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:16
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:27
    6 hrs 54 mins Direct
    20:21
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    6 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:27
    6 hrs 48 mins Direct
    21:15
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:27
    6 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    22:00
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:15
    7 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    00:13
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:27
    8 hrs 1 change
    00:27
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:27
    7 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    01:22
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:54
    9 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:26
    Plymouth
    Durham
    Plymouth to Durham

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 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 Plymouth and Durham

The travel time between Plymouth and Durham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:08.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Plymouth to Durham

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Durham.

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