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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Durham is to line 177 bus which costs £3 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Durham is to train which takes 15 min and costs £7 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Sutton Street. Services depart three times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darlington and arriving at Durham. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Darlington to Durham?

The distance between Darlington and Durham is 22 miles. The road distance is 19.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Durham without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £7 - £17.

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

The train from Darlington to Durham takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Durham bus from?

Darlington to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Durham train from?

Darlington to Durham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Durham?

The best way to get from Darlington to Durham is to train which takes 15 min and costs £7 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 177 bus, which costs £3 - £9 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Darlington to Durham bus arrive?

Darlington to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sutton Street station.

Where does the Darlington to Durham train arrive?

Darlington to Durham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Durham is 19 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Darlington to Durham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1854+ hotels available in Durham.

Darlington to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 177 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Darlington to Durham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
15 min
£7–17
Line 177 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Sutton Streetbus 177 / ...
35 min
£3–9
Drive 19.2 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Durhamcar 19.2 mi
28 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Darlington to Durhamtaxi 19.2 mi
28 min
£70–85

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 15 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 15 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Sutton Street 3 times a week. Tickets cost £3–9 and the journey takes 35 min.

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