What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Durham?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Durham is to bus which costs £30 - £150 and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Durham?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Durham is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £85 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Kings Cross and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Kings Cross to Durham. However, there are services departing from Finchley Road / O2 Centre and arriving at Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Durham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Durham?

The distance between Kings Cross and Durham is 255 miles. The road distance is 257.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Durham without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Durham without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £85 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Durham?

The train from London Kings Cross to Durham takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Durham bus from?

Kings Cross to Durham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Kings Cross to Durham?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Durham is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £85 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £150 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Kings Cross to Durham bus arrive?

Kings Cross to Durham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Kings Cross to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Durham is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Kings Cross to Durham.

How do I get a train ticket from Kings Cross to Durham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Kings Cross to Durham?

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Where can I stay near Durham?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 46m
£85–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
7h 15m
£33–142
Drive 256.1 mi
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Durhamcar 256.1 mi
4h 35m
£62–90
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
3h 53m
£66–303
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 22m
£145–213
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4h 35m
£118–292

Kings Cross to Durham by train

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Distance: 253.4 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and Durham, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 5h 15m. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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