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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Durham is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Durham is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Durham. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Durham?

The distance between Hamilton and Durham is 174 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Durham without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £90 - £130.

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

The train from Motherwell to Durham takes 2h 43m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Durham train from?

Hamilton to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or fly from Hamilton to Durham?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Durham is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Hamilton to Durham train arrive?

Hamilton to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Durham is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Hamilton to Durham.

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

Book your Hamilton to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Durham.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Durhamtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2h 43m
£90–130
Drive 145.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Durhamcar 145.8 mi
2h 42m
£36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
5h 29m
£69–188
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 7m
£56–137
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 48m
£40–103

Hamilton to Durham by train

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Distance: 172.9 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland and Durham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Motherwell to Durham 3 times a day. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, easyJet, British Airways, and three other airlines fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL) 4 times a day.

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