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Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Durham (DHM)

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32

train journeys
per day

234

miles (377 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

00:53 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

10

routes

Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo East and Durham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo East to Durham is approximately 234 miles (377 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

Thameslink, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Durham.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo East to Durham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Map of the rail routes from London Waterloo East to Durham

Journeys from London Waterloo East to Durham Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:53
    8 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:26
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:42
    4 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    09:54
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:34
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:37
    4 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    10:54
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:44
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:12
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:39
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:46
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:54
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:38
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:41
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:39
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:04
    4 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    14:19
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:39
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:43
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:39
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:42
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:54
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:39
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:02
    4 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    17:15
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:39
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    17:24
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:02
    4 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    18:16
    London Waterloo East
    Durham
    London Waterloo East to Durham

About London Waterloo East Station

Station name London Waterloo East (WAE)
Address London Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 London Waterloo East and Durham

The travel time between London Waterloo East and Durham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo East and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo East 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 London Waterloo East & Durham. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Durham.

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