What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Kirkby?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Kirkby is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Kirkby?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Kirkby is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Kirkby. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Durham to Kirkby?

The distance between Durham and Kirkby is 179 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Kirkby without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Kirkby without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Kirkby?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Durham to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Kirkby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Durham to Kirkby train from?

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

Train or bus from Durham to Kirkby?

The best way to get from Durham to Kirkby is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Durham to Kirkby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Durham to Kirkby train arrive?

Durham to Kirkby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Durham to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Kirkby is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Durham to Kirkby.

How do I get a train ticket from Durham to Kirkby?

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Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2518+ hotels available in Kirkby.

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Kirkby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 2m
£62–104
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
6h 4m
£31–74
Drive 130.9 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Kirkbycar 130.9 mi
2h 37m
£32–46

Durham to Kirkby by train and bus

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Distance: 178.1 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Durham to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sutton Street to Kirkby Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 6h 4m.

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