What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at Horton Road via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Durham to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Durham and Greater Manchester is 136 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Greater Manchester without a car is to train via York which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Durham to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Greater Manchester bus from?

Durham to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sutton Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Greater Manchester train from?

Durham to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Durham to Greater Manchester is to train via York which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Durham to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Durham to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Durham to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Durham to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Durham to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Greater Manchester is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Durham to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3588+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Durham to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Durham to Greater Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Yorktrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from York to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 3m
£41–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
3h 42m
£22–33
Drive 118.6 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Greater Manchestercar 118.6 mi
2h 33m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 8m
£42–67

Durham to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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Distance: 135.3 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Durham to St Mary's via York, Manchester Oxford Road, and Oxford Road Station in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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