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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Central London is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Central London is to train and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs £55 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Central London station. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Northfields station via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Durham to Central London?

The distance between Durham and Central London is 266 miles. The road distance is 261.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Central London without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Durham to Central London, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Durham to Central London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durham to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Central London is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Durham to Central London.

Where can I stay near Central London?

There are 21940+ hotels available in Central London.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to King's Crosstrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 29m
£98–160
Train to Newcastle, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Durham to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3h 19m
£59–268
Drive 259.7 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Central Londoncar 259.7 mi
4h 30m
£64–92
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Durham to Sheffieldtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
4h 45m
£154–258
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4h 49m
£113–353
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
4h 54m
£126–383

Durham to Central London by train and subway

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.2 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Durham to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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