How to get from Durham to York

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What is the best way to travel from Durham to York?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to York from Durham. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 12m
$20
$33
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What is the cheapest way to reach York from Durham?

You can get to York with just $20 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $29
Friday
Saturday
from $20
Sunday
from $26
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • TransPennine Express
    2h 25m
    0
    4:37 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:02 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $29
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 21m
    0
    5:41 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:02 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $42
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 29m
    0
    5:51 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:20 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $60

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • TransPennine Express
    2h 24m
    0
    4:38 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:02 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $20
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 28m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:20 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $21
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 21m
    0
    5:41 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:02 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $25

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • TransPennine Express
    1h 34m
    0
    9:54 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:28 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $26
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 10m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:00 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $29
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 22m
    0
    9:38 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:00 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $33
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 17m
    0
    10:41 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:58 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $36
  • CrossCountry
    1h 12m
    0
    9:48 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:00 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $39

What are the fastest trips from Durham to York?

You can get to York from Durham in just 1h 12m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 21m
Friday
Saturday
from 1h 21m
Sunday
from 1h 12m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 21m
    0
    5:41 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:02 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $42
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 29m
    0
    5:51 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:20 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $60
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 25m
    0
    4:37 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:02 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $29

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 21m
    0
    5:41 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:02 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $25
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 28m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:20 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $21
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 24m
    0
    4:38 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    7:02 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $20

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 12m
    0
    9:48 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:00 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $39
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 17m
    0
    10:41 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:58 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $36
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 22m
    0
    9:38 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:00 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $33
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 34m
    0
    9:54 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:28 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $26
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 10m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:00 AM
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $29
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Durham to York

What are the most popular stations in Durham and York?

In Durham, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Sutton Street, while in York you will be arriving at Vangarde Shopping Park Bus Stop, Barton Hill A64 or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to York from Durham? With 3 connections between 3 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Durham and York, you can pay as low as $20 with a Train from TransPennine Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to York in just 1h 12m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Durham and York are TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Durham and York is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Langley Park or to Bishopthorpe, and look at flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport, and landing at Leeds Bradford Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Durham to York?

The most popular companies between Durham and York, are TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Durham to York

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Durham to York. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Durham to York

How can I reach York from Durham?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to York from Durham.

How far is York from Durham?

The distance between Durham and York is 60.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Durham and York?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 16 kgs, and a flight 24 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Durham to York?

You can get to York with just $20 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to York?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to York in just 1h 12m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Durham and to York

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Durham and to York. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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