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

The cheapest way to get from Hawkshead to Durham is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hawkshead to Durham is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Hawkshead and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Hawkshead to Durham. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Durham via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Hawkshead to Durham?

The distance between Hawkshead and Durham is 145 miles. The road distance is 84.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hawkshead to Durham without a car is to line 505 bus and train which takes 4h 47m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Hawkshead to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hawkshead to Durham train from?

Hawkshead to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carnforth station.

Where does the Hawkshead to Durham train arrive?

Hawkshead to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Hawkshead to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Hawkshead to Durham is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Hawkshead to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Durham.

Hawkshead to Durham - 3 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus, and car

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

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Line 505 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Thwaite Lanebus 505
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
4h 47m
£49–96
Drive 84.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hawkshead to Durhamcar 84.3 mi
1h 51m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Leedstrain Morecambe - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain Sheffield - Edinburgh / ...
6h 39m
£60–121

Hawkshead to Durham by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.1 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Hawkshead, Cumbria, England and Durham, England?

You can take a bus from Tourist Information Centre to Durham via Blackhall Road, New Street, Carnforth, and Leeds in around 6h 39m.

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