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

The cheapest way to get from Oswestry to Durham is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oswestry to Durham is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Oswestry and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Oswestry to Durham. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Durham via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Oswestry to Durham?

The distance between Oswestry and Durham is 217 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oswestry to Durham without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Oswestry to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oswestry to Durham train from?

Oswestry to Durham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Where does the Oswestry to Durham train arrive?

Oswestry to Durham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Oswestry to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Oswestry to Durham is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Oswestry to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1859+ hotels available in Durham.

Oswestry to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 2 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Oswestry to Durham by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
6h
£72–133
Drive 177.5 mi
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1. Drive from Oswestry to Durhamcar 177.5 mi
3h 29m
£44–63
Line 2 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
6h 46m
£67–118
Line 2 bus, train via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain
6h 58m
£68–141

Oswestry to Durham by bus and train

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Distance: 215.8 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Oswestry, England and Durham, England?

You can take a bus from Unicorn Road Jct to Durham via Bus Station, Shrewsbury, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h.

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