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 £24 - £55 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Greater Manchester is to train via Manchester Piccadilly which takes 2h 27m and costs £50 - £85.

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 37m.

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 Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

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 Manchester Piccadilly which takes 2h 27m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m 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 TransPennine Express, 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 Manchester Piccadilly which takes 2h 27m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 3h 37m.

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 TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly 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 3640+ 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 Manchester Piccadilly
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 27m
£50–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
3h 37m
£24–55
Drive 118.6 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Greater Manchestercar 118.6 mi
2h 33m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 6m
£52–87

Durham to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 134.8 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Durham to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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