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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Durham Cathedral?

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 Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Durham via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral?

The distance between Sunderland and Durham Cathedral is 26 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £8 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral is to train which takes 58 min and costs £8 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus, which costs and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Sunderland to Durham Cathedral bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Durham Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Durham Cathedral is 13 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral.

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

Book your Sunderland to Durham Cathedral train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham Cathedral?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Durham Cathedral.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral 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 / ...
58 min
£9–19
Drive 13.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunderland to Durham Cathedralcar 13.1 mi
21 min
£4–5
Line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridgebus 20 / ...
1h 8m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunderland to Durham Cathedraltaxi 13.1 mi
21 min
£45–60

Sunderland to Durham Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 26.2 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Durham Cathedral via Newcastle and Durham in around 58 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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