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 £50 - £110 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Durham is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs £75 - £110.

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 Dolphin Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

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 10m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m 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 Coach 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, bus or fly from Southampton to Durham?

The best way to get from Southampton to Durham is to train via London which takes 5h 10m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 8h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £130 - £750 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Southampton to Durham bus arrive?

Southampton to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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 7m 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?

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Southampton to Durham - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 11 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 10m
£116–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Dolphin Centrebus 815
8h 35m
£51–101
Drive 303 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Durhamcar 303 mi
5h 7m
£76–110
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 11m
£85–320
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Durhamtrain Southampton Central - Newcastle / ...
5h 14m
£140–220
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 53m
£143–223
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 18m
£70–159
Fly Southampton Airport to Durham Tees Valley Airport
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)plane SOU - MME
7h 6m
£130–721
Fly Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
5h 44m
£127–283
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
7h 41m
£119–270
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
7h 33m
£147–416

Southampton to Durham by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 335 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Durham via Heathrow Terminal 5, Dolphin Centre, and Darlington in around 8h 35m.

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