What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Durham Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Eldon Square Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station Stand H station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Durham Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Durham. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Durham Castle is 14 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle?

The train from Newcastle to Durham takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Eldon Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Bus Station Stand H.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle is 16 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle?

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Where can I stay near Durham Castle?

There are 1860+ hotels available in Durham Castle.

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
22 min
£4–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Hbus X21 / ...
1h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castletaxi 16.4 mi
24 min
£60–75
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castlecar 16.4 mi
24 min
£4–6

Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 14.2 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Durham Castle, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 11 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Go North East operates a bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand H every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 56 min.

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