What is the cheapest way to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Durham (Land) and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham (Land) to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road via Bus Station Stand E and Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Durham (Land) and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Durham (Land) to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bishop Auckland and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Durham (Land) to Birmingham?

The distance between Durham (Land) and Birmingham is 188 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

How do I travel from Durham (Land) to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham (Land) to Birmingham bus from?

Durham (Land) to Birmingham bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Bus Station Stand E.

Where do I catch the Durham (Land) to Birmingham train from?

Durham (Land) to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Durham (Land) to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Durham (Land) to Birmingham bus arrive?

Durham (Land) to Birmingham bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Durham (Land) to Birmingham train arrive?

Durham (Land) to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Durham (Land) to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham (Land) to Birmingham is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Durham (Land) to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3342+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Durham (Land) to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Durham (Land) to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 18m
£74–117
Drive 177.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham (Land) to Birminghamcar 177.6 mi
3h 7m
£44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand E to John Dobson Streetbus X21
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk078
8h 50m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Eaglescliffe to Manchester Airporttrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
8h 1m
£54–93

Durham (Land) to Birmingham by bus and train

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Distance: 186.5 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Durham (Land), England and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Post Office to Birmingham - Jennens Road via Saddler Street Stand A, Bus Station Stand E, John Dobson Street, and Newcastle-Upon-Tyne in around 8h 50m.

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