What is the cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle?

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Durham Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Interchange and arriving at Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Durham Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Durham Castle. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Durham via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Sunderland to Durham Castle?

The distance between Sunderland and Durham Castle is 26 miles. The road distance is 13.1 miles.

How do I travel from Sunderland to Durham Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Durham Castle bus from?

Sunderland to Durham Castle bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Durham Castle train from?

Sunderland to Durham Castle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sunderland station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Durham Castle?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle is to train which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus, which costs and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Sunderland to Durham Castle bus arrive?

Sunderland to Durham Castle bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge station.

Where does the Sunderland to Durham Castle train arrive?

Sunderland to Durham Castle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Durham Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Durham Castle is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Sunderland to Durham Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Sunderland to Durham Castle?

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Where can I stay near Durham Castle?

There are 1854+ hotels available in Durham Castle.

Sunderland to Durham Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunderland to Durham Castle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Newcastletrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
54 min
£9–19
Drive 13 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunderland to Durham Castlecar 13 mi
20 min
£4–5
Line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridgebus 20 / ...
1h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunderland to Durham Castletaxi 13 mi
20 min
£45–60

Sunderland to Durham Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 26 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Durham Castle, England?

You can take a train from Sunderland to Durham Castle via Newcastle and Durham in around 54 min. Alternatively, Go North East operates a bus from Interchange to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 58 min.

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