What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Durham?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Durham is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Durham?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Durham is to fly and train which takes 3h 16m and costs £55 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Durham. However, there are services departing from South Ealing Road and arriving at Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via London Victoria and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Durham. However, there are services departing from Northfields station and arriving at Durham via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Central London to Durham?

The distance between Central London and Durham is 266 miles. The road distance is 261.8 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Durham without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Durham without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £95 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Durham?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Central London to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Durham bus from?

Central London to Durham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Durham train from?

Central London to Durham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Central London to Durham?

The best way to get from Central London to Durham is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £190 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Central London to Durham bus arrive?

Central London to Durham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Central London to Durham train arrive?

Central London to Durham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Central London to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Durham is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Central London to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Durham.

Central London to Durham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Central London to Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 3m
£96–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
7h 51m
£32–183
Drive 260.3 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Durhamcar 260.3 mi
4h 29m
£64–92
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
3h 16m
£58–268
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 22m
£151–255
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4h 53m
£118–291

Central London to Durham by subway and train

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Distance: 264.2 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Durham, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 5h 40m. National Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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