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

The cheapest way to get from Leigh to Durham is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leigh to Durham is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Leigh station to Durham. However, there are services departing from Leigh Bus Station and arriving at Sutton Street via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Leigh and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Leigh to Durham. However, there are services departing from Newton-le-Willows and arriving at Durham via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Leigh to Durham?

The distance between Leigh and Durham is 155 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leigh to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Leigh to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Durham bus from?

Leigh to Durham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Leigh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Durham train from?

Leigh to Durham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.

Train or bus from Leigh to Durham?

The best way to get from Leigh to Durham is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Leigh to Durham bus arrive?

Leigh to Durham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at St Peter's Square station.

Where does the Leigh to Durham train arrive?

Leigh to Durham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Leigh to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to Durham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Leigh to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1846+ hotels available in Durham.

Leigh to Durham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 27m
£52–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to St Peter's Squarebus V1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Streetbus 177
4h 44m
£24–57
Drive 117.9 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to Durhamcar 117.9 mi
2h 43m
£29–42

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Distance: 154.3 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Leigh, Wigan, England and Durham, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Sutton Street via St Peter's Square and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 44m.

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