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      Relax on your way to Durham

      Relax as the scenery of the English countryside flashes by while you travel from Peterborough to Durham.

      Our refreshments and comfy seats will have you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated when you arrive. Plus, with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have plenty of spending money left!

      • Average travel time

        2h 7m

      • Distance

        162 miles

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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.

      Discover more things to do and places to see on our trains to Durham page.

      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.

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      How to book cheap tickets for a Peterborough to Durham train

      * 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 Peterborough with LNER

      Taking the train from Peterborough to Durham is quick and easy with LNER.

      Covering a distance of 162 miles, our trains to Durham from Peterborough take just 2h 07m.

      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 Peterborough to Durham train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats and complimentary food and drinks.

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      Book with confidence

      Book together, save 20%
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