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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Durham (DHM)

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16

train journeys
per day

116

miles (187 kms)

4hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port to Durham is approximately 116 miles (187 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 37 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Durham.

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

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Durham Today

  • Mon 13th May
    06:47
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:54
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    07:49
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    11:54
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    08:42
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    12:54
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    09:42
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    13:57
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    10:42
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:54
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    11:42
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:54
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    12:42
    4 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    17:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    13:42
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    17:54
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    14:42
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    19:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    15:42
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    19:58
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    16:42
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    20:55
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    17:42
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    22:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    19:06
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    23:09
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    19:16
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    00:13
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    19:49
    4 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    00:39
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    23:19
    9 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    08:54
    Ellesmere Port
    Durham
    Ellesmere Port to Durham

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Ellesmere Port and Durham

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Durham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port 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 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Durham.

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