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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Durham (Land) is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Durham (Land) is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Asda, Eldon Square Bus Station and Saddler Street Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bishop Auckland via Sheffield and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

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

The distance between Leicester and Durham (Land) is 178 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Durham (Land) without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Leicester to Durham (Land), including transfers.

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

Leicester to Durham (Land) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Asda station.

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

Leicester to Durham (Land) train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Durham (Land)?

The best way to get from Leicester to Durham (Land) is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 8m.

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

Leicester to Durham (Land) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

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

Leicester to Durham (Land) train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Durham (Land)?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Durham (Land) is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Leicester to Durham (Land).

Where can I stay near Durham (Land)?

There are 1431+ hotels available in Durham (Land).

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 31m
£88–133
Drive 156.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Durham (Land)car 156.8 mi
2h 48m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Asda to John Dobson Streetbus Ukx010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
8h 8m
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
9h 30m

Leicester to Durham (Land) by train and bus

19Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Post Office via Sheffield, Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Newgate Street - Medical Centre, Bus Station Stand A, and Saddler Street Stand A in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Post Office via M&S, Asda, John Dobson Street, Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station Stand B, and Saddler Street Stand A in around 8h 8m.

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