What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Cairngorms National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Cairngorms National Park is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Cairngorms National Park?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Cairngorms National Park is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Cairngorms National Park?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham and arriving at Aviemore. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Durham to Cairngorms National Park?

The distance between Durham and Cairngorms National Park is 290 miles. The road distance is 248.9 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Cairngorms National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Cairngorms National Park without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Cairngorms National Park?

The train from Durham to Aviemore takes 4h 40m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Durham to Cairngorms National Park train from?

Durham to Cairngorms National Park train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Durham station.

Where does the Durham to Cairngorms National Park train arrive?

Durham to Cairngorms National Park train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Aviemore station.

Can I drive from Durham to Cairngorms National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Cairngorms National Park is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Durham to Cairngorms National Park.

How do I get a train ticket from Durham to Cairngorms National Park?

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Where can I stay near Cairngorms National Park?

There are 502+ hotels available in Cairngorms National Park.

Durham to Cairngorms National Park - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Cairngorms National Park by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Aviemoretrain London Kings Cross - Inverness
4h 40m
£100–140
Drive 247.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Loch An Eilein Visitor Centrecar 247.4 mi
4h 51m
£60–87
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Sheffield - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness
5h 43m
£92–223

Durham to Cairngorms National Park by train and foot

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Distance: 287.8 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Cairngorms National Park, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Durham to Aviemore once a week. Tickets cost £100–140 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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