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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Durham (DHM)

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16

train journeys
per day

239

miles (384 kms)

6hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Durham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Durham is approximately 239 miles (384 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 4 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Durham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Durham Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:59
    6 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:58
    6 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:57
    6 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    13:15
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    6 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    6 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    6 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    16:17
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    6 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    17:15
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:52
    6 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    18:16
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    6 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    19:16
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    6 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    6 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:48
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    6 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    22:00
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:49
    7 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    00:13
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:23
    6 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    01:22
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:30
    12 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Swansea
    Durham
    Swansea to Durham

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Swansea and Durham

The travel time between Swansea and Durham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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Amenities on trains between Swansea 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 Swansea & Durham. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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