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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Durham is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Durham is to train and fly which takes 3h 50m and costs £100 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Durham. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Reading to Durham?

The distance between Reading and Durham is 286 miles. The road distance is 264.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Durham without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £150 - £210.

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

The train from Reading to Durham takes 4h 25m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Reading to Durham train from?

Reading to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Durham train arrive?

Reading to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Reading to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Durham is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Reading to Durham.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Durham?

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1836+ hotels available in Durham.

Reading to Durham - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Durham by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 25m
£150–210
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 52m
£64–297
Drive 263.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Durhamcar 263.2 mi
4h 39m
£65–94
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 30m
£102–187
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 50m
£104–235
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 47m
£71–164
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 14m
£128–403

Reading to Durham by train

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 284.4 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Durham every 4 hours. Tickets cost £150–210 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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