What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Durham?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Durham is to bus which costs £40 - £170 and takes 9h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Durham?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Durham is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £120 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Durham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via London Victoria and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Durham. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Durham via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Durham?

The distance between Canterbury and Durham is 325 miles. The road distance is 316.1 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Durham without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Durham without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £120 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Durham?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Canterbury to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Durham bus from?

Canterbury to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Durham train from?

Canterbury to Durham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Durham?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Durham is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £170 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Canterbury to Durham bus arrive?

Canterbury to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Durham train arrive?

Canterbury to Durham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Durham is 316 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Canterbury to Durham.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury to Durham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Canterbury to Durham?

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Where can I stay near Durham?

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Canterbury to Durham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 21m
£122–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
9h 36m
£43–161
Drive 314.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Durhamcar 314.2 mi
5h 13m
£77–111
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
4h 51m
£105–376
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Durhamtrain
5h 40m
£177–291
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 43m
£155–364
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 21m
£173–483

Canterbury to Durham by train

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Distance: 323.6 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Durham, England?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Durham via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Interchange in around 9h 36m.

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