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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Durham is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Durham is to fly and train which takes 3h 17m and costs £85 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Durham. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Sutton Street via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Durham. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Southampton to Durham?

The distance between Southampton and Durham is 337 miles. The road distance is 304.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Durham without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 8m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Southampton to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Durham bus from?

Southampton to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Durham train from?

Southampton to Durham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Durham?

The best way to get from Southampton to Durham is to train via London which takes 5h 8m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Southampton to Durham bus arrive?

Southampton to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sutton Street station.

Where does the Southampton to Durham train arrive?

Southampton to Durham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Durham is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Southampton to Durham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Durham?

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1854+ hotels available in Durham.

Southampton to Durham - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Southampton to Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 8m
£118–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Sutton Streetbus B14
8h 45m
£58–147
Drive 303 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Durhamcar 303 mi
5h 6m
£74–107
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
3h 17m
£88–219
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Durhamtrain Southampton Central - Newcastle / ...
5h 14m
£180–260
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 52m
£180–260
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
4h 45m
£73–295
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
5h 19m
£70–163
Fly Southampton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Durhamtrain
5h 38m
£120–257

Southampton to Durham by train, subway, and foot

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 335 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Durham via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Sutton Street twice a week. Tickets cost £55–140 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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