What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land)?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land) is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land)?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land) is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Durham (Land)?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Post Office via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Eldon Square Bus Station and Saddler Street Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Durham (Land)?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bishop Auckland via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Durham (Land)?

The distance between Birmingham and Durham (Land) is 188 miles. The road distance is 178.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Durham (Land) without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land) without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £95 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land)?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Durham (Land) bus from?

Birmingham to Durham (Land) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Durham (Land) train from?

Birmingham to Durham (Land) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Durham (Land)?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land) is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Birmingham to Durham (Land) bus arrive?

Birmingham to Durham (Land) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where does the Birmingham to Durham (Land) train arrive?

Birmingham to Durham (Land) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Durham (Land)?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Durham (Land) is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Birmingham to Durham (Land).

Where can I stay near Durham (Land)?

There are 1417+ hotels available in Durham (Land).

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Durham (Land) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 57m
£97–138
Drive 177.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Durham (Land)car 177.1 mi
3h 7m
£43–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
8h 31m

Birmingham to Durham (Land) by train and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.6 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Durham (Land), England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Post Office via Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, John Dobson Street, Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station Stand B, and Saddler Street Stand A in around 8h 31m.

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