What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Fountains Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Fountains Abbey is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Fountains Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Knaresborough via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Durham to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between Durham and Fountains Abbey is 95 miles. The road distance is 54.4 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Fountains Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Fountains Abbey without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £55 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Fountains Abbey?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Durham to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Fountains Abbey train from?

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

Where does the Durham to Fountains Abbey train arrive?

Durham to Fountains Abbey train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Durham to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Fountains Abbey is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Durham to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1181+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

Durham to Fountains Abbey - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Durham to Fountains Abbey by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Yorktrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from York to Knaresboroughtrain York - Leeds
1h 49m
£56–97
Drive 54.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Fountains Abbeycar 54.1 mi
1h 4m
£14–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham to Yorktrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Visitor Centrebus 84 / ...
3h
£26–53
Train, bus via Northallerton
1. Take the train from Durham to Northallertontrain
2. Take the train from Northallerton to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Visitor Centrebus 84 / ...
3h 19m
£23–44

Durham to Fountains Abbey by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 94.2 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Fountains Abbey, England?

You can take a train from Durham to Fountains Abbey via York and Knaresborough in around 1h 49m.

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