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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Durham (Land) is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Durham (Land) is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £27 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Post Office via Eldon Square Bus Station and Saddler Street Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Bishop Auckland via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

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

The distance between Manchester and Durham (Land) is 133 miles. The road distance is 110.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Durham (Land) without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Manchester to Durham (Land), including transfers.

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

Manchester to Durham (Land) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

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

Manchester to Durham (Land) train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Durham (Land)?

The best way to get from Manchester to Durham (Land) is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 58m.

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

Manchester to Durham (Land) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

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

Manchester to Durham (Land) train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Durham (Land)?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Durham (Land) is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Manchester to Durham (Land).

Where can I stay near Durham (Land)?

There are 1132+ hotels available in Durham (Land).

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 43m
£45–77
Drive 109.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Durham (Land)car 109.5 mi
2h 19m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
6h 58m
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Eaglescliffetrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Eaglescliffe to Bishop Aucklandtrain Saltburn - Bishop Auckland / ...
5h 29m
£49–85

Manchester to Durham (Land) by train and bus

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132.4 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Post Office via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station Stand B, and Saddler Street Stand A in around 6h 58m.

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