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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Durham is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Durham is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £95 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Durham. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Durham. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Durham via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Durham?

The distance between Harpenden and Durham is 280 miles. The road distance is 239.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Harpenden to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Durham bus from?

Harpenden to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Durham train from?

Harpenden to Durham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Durham?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Durham is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Harpenden to Durham bus arrive?

Harpenden to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Harpenden to Durham train arrive?

Harpenden to Durham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Durham is 240 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Harpenden to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

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There are 8 ways to get from Harpenden to Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 54m
£98–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Interchangebus 598 / ...
8h 19m
£45–122
Drive 238.5 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Durhamcar 238.5 mi
3h 56m
£58–84
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
4h 17m
£77–296
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Durhamtrain
6h 6m
£126–208
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h
£126–309
Fly Luton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
5h 34m
£86–249
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
6h 12m
£99–228

Harpenden to Durham by train

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Distance: 278 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Harpenden, England and Durham, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 5h.

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