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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Durham is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Durham is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Cumbria and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbria to Durham. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Durham via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Durham?

The distance between Cumbria and Durham is 99 miles. The road distance is 68.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Cumbria to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Durham train from?

Cumbria to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Cumbria to Durham train arrive?

Cumbria to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Durham is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Cumbria to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1843+ hotels available in Durham.

Cumbria to Durham - 3 ways to travel via train, line 104 bus, and line 685 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cumbria to Durham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 6m
£33–70
Drive 68.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumbria to Durhamcar 68.4 mi
1h 26m
£17–25
Line 104 bus, train, line 685 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to STAND A - English Streetbus 104
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Hexhamtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
4. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Hbus X21 / ...
5h 11m

Cumbria to Durham by bus and train

208Weekly Services

3h 6mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.3 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 23m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day.

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