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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Durham is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 6m.

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 £80 - £210.

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 12m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Southampton to Durham, including transfers.

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.

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?

Book your Southampton to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1836+ hotels available in Durham.

Southampton to Durham - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Southampton to Durham by train, 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 12m
£118–204
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
cheapest
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
£68–161
Drive 303 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Durhamcar 303 mi
5h 6m
£75–108
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
£83–209
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Durhamtrain Southampton Central - Newcastle / ...
5h 14m
£170–250
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
£177–257
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 1m
£89–335
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 Airport to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain
5h 43m
£121–289

Southampton to Durham by train, subway, and foot

121Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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 12m.

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