Durham Train Station, located in the historic city of Durham, United Kingdom, serves as a key transport hub connecting locals and visitors to various destinations across the country. As a bustling station, it offers easy access to Durham's rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and vibrant city life.
For those planning to explore Durham's charm, the station is the ideal starting point. Visitors can conveniently obtain their Durham train tickets either at the station's ticket counters or through online platforms. With multiple train companies operating from this station, travelers have the flexibility to choose their preferred routes and schedules. To stay up-to-date with the latest information, passengers can easily access Durham train times via the station's website or dedicated apps.
Durham Train Station itself is an impressive structure, blending modern convenience with its historical surroundings. Its excellent facilities ensure a comfortable and seamless travel experience for passengers, including accessible amenities for individuals with disabilities. Moreover, the station is centrally located, providing convenient access to the city center and its renowned attractions, including the iconic Durham Cathedral and the picturesque River Wear.
Whether you are a local commuter or a curious visitor, Durham Train Station offers a gateway to discovery, combining efficient rail services, easy ticketing options, and a prime location to explore the cultural and historical wonders of Durham.
Facilities
ATM Machine
Yes
Bureau de Change
No
Bicycle Hire
No
Bicycle Parking
Spaces: 58
Sheltered Cycle storage
Yes
CCTV: Yes
Location
North end of Platforms 1 and 2
Storage type
Stands
Public Wifi
No
Pay Phone
Yes
Post box
No
Refreshments
Yes
Notes
Coffee shop, WHSmiths and a bar available for refreshments
Seating area
Yes
Waiting Rooms
Yes
Location
This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platformsWaiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Toilet
Yes
Location
The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms. Toilet opening hours are at all times that the station is open.
Tourist information office
No
Trolleys
Yes
Services
Ticket office opening
No
Top up Oyster pay as you go here
No
Use Oyster pay as you go here
No
Taxi rank
Durham is a large station with taxis usually available on a rank. Advance booking is not normally necessary or even possible, unless arriving early in the morning or late at night. To book a taxi in advance call 0191 371 2727.
Customer help points
No
Staff help
Yes
Notes
When arriving for booked or turn-up-and-go assistance, the meeting point is the Ticket Office. Staff are available to provide Passenger Assist at all times that trains are operating for customers who have booked or who travel as turn-up-and-go. Assistance is available both to board/alight trains and also navigating around the station.
Accessible ticket machines
Yes
Accessible ticket office counter
Yes
Ramp for train access
No
Accessible taxis
Yes
Notes
Durham is a large station with taxis usually available on a rank. Advance booking is not normally necessary or even possible, unless arriving early in the morning or late at night. To book a taxi in advance call 0191 371 2727.
Accessible toilets
Yes
Location
The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms. Toilet opening hours are at all times that the station is open.
Impaired mobility setDown
Yes
Wheel chairs
Yes
Customer service
No
Left luggage
No
Lost property
Yes
Notes
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Train | Time | Platform | Status | |
from | London Kings Cross | 15:43 | 1 | On time |
from | Plymouth | 15:53 | 1 | On time |
from | Newcastle | 15:55 | 2 | On time |
from | Liverpool Lime Street | 15:59 | 1 | On time |
from | Aberdeen | 16:17 | 2 | On time |
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