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Newcastle to Durham in style and comfort
Enjoy the beautiful England scenery flying past your window between Newcastle and Durham.
The refreshments and comfy seats onboard our trains mean you'll always ride in style - and with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have extra spending money when you arrive.
Average travel time
0h 20m
Distance
10 miles
Cheapest train tickets from Newcastle to Durham
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Things to do in Durham
Durham’s famous Cathedral is just the tip of the iceberg. Wander heather-topped hills, explore twisty cobbled streets and feed your brain with museums and architecture.
Durham Cathedral
You’ll get an awesome view of Durham Cathedral as you approach the station on the East Coast Main Line. To see the magnificent Norman building up-close and personal, walk over Framwellgate Bridge or take the shuttle bus. The cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site – that puts it in the top division of tourist hotspots. Clamber up 325 steps to be rewarded with views that’ll make you go ‘wow!’ – Durham City, the River Wear and the Angel of the North.
Durham Cathedral
Shildon National Railway Museum
Do the locomotion at Shildon National Railway Museum, the little brother of the more famous York attraction. Relive the romance of steam travel in days gone by and admire the workmanship that went into building real steam engines. It’s locomotives galore, but if you’re looking for cheap train tickets, booking online with LNER is the best bet.
Shildon National Railway Museum
Oriental Museum
The Oriental Museum, part of Durham University, gathers together beautiful objects and ancient stories from every corner of Asia and North Africa. Archaeology buffs, art historians and anyone who loves exquisite things will be round-eyed with awe at the Tibetan wall-hangings and Chinese jade. At £1.50 for adult admission and 75p for kids, it’s a total steal.
Oriental Museum
Durham Cathedral
You’ll get an awesome view of Durham Cathedral as you approach the station on the East Coast Main Line. To see the magnificent Norman building up-close and personal, walk over Framwellgate Bridge or take the shuttle bus. The cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site – that puts it in the top division of tourist hotspots. Clamber up 325 steps to be rewarded with views that’ll make you go ‘wow!’ – Durham City, the River Wear and the Angel of the North.
Durham CathedralShildon National Railway Museum
Do the locomotion at Shildon National Railway Museum, the little brother of the more famous York attraction. Relive the romance of steam travel in days gone by and admire the workmanship that went into building real steam engines. It’s locomotives galore, but if you’re looking for cheap train tickets, booking online with LNER is the best bet.
Shildon National Railway MuseumOriental Museum
The Oriental Museum, part of Durham University, gathers together beautiful objects and ancient stories from every corner of Asia and North Africa. Archaeology buffs, art historians and anyone who loves exquisite things will be round-eyed with awe at the Tibetan wall-hangings and Chinese jade. At £1.50 for adult admission and 75p for kids, it’s a total steal.
Oriental Museum
Crook Hall and Gardens
Get lost in an a-maze-ing maze and lose yourself in a pretty garden inspired by Shakespeare at Crook Hall and Gardens. This medieval idyll is tucked away behind the city’s riverbanks. Every glorious garden here has a different theme. The afternoon tea is good too and there's a pork pie led not for the dainty gentleman's tea too.
Crook Hall and Gardens
Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a train from Newcastle to Durham
Book your Newcastle to Durham train in advance
Buying your Newcastle to Durham train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Newcastle to Durham with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest trains to Newcastle from Durham
Access the best train fares on Newcastle to Durham trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
Book your Newcastle to Durham train in advance
Buying your Newcastle to Durham train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Newcastle to Durham with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest trains to Newcastle from Durham
Access the best train fares on Newcastle to Durham trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Durham from Newcastle with LNER
Taking the Newcastle to Durham high-speed train is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 10 miles, our trains from Newcastle to Durham take just 0h 20m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Newcastle to Durham train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks, and use of our First Class lounge at Newcastle.
Related FAQs
What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Durham by train?
What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Durham by train?
If you’re heading to Durham from Newcastle then try and buy Advance singles for the cheapest option. They’ll usually cost less than a Flexible ticket so set up a Ticket Alert and you’ll know when they're available. Remember that we’ll always match the best price you find and refund the difference, and there’s no booking fee with LNER either.
Which rail lines go through Newcastle station?
Which rail lines go through Newcastle station?
Newcastle station is managed by LNER, and its main train lines are LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Trains, Lumo, and TransPennine Express.
Which rail lines go through Durham station?
Which rail lines go through Durham station?
Durham station is managed by LNER, with LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail and TransPennine Express rail lines running through it.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Newcastle and Durham?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Newcastle and Durham?
Yes, there are a range of Season Tickets available for LNER train journeys between Newcastle and Durham, ranging from one month to twelve months.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount, however you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
What are the train stops between Newcastle and Durham?
What are the train stops between Newcastle and Durham?
Here are the stops on the LNER Newcastle to Durham route:
Gateshead (on some services)
