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Helensburgh Central to Durham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Helensburgh Central to Durham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £16.30, with average prices for this route around £24.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
21:32 11h 7m, No direct Helensburgh Central	08:39 +1 Durham	Find Tickets
22:31 10h 8m, No direct Helensburgh Central	08:39 +1 Durham	Find Tickets
23:32 10h 45m, No direct Helensburgh Central	10:17 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Helensburgh Central to Durham train route details

First train

05:54

Last train

23:32

Departure station

Helensburgh Central

Arrival station

Durham

Journey time

3h 44m

Distance

242 km

Price

£16.30*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Helensburgh Central to Durham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Helensburgh Central to Durham can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Helensburgh Central to Durham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Helensburgh Central to Durham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Helensburgh Central to Durham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Helensburgh Central to Durham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Helensburgh Central to Durham train prices and times

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