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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Durham is to bus and fly which costs £40 - £120 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Durham is to bus and fly which takes 3h 57m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Durham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Sutton Street via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Durham. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Wales to Durham?

The distance between Wales and Durham is 301 miles. The road distance is 290.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Durham without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 16m and costs £150 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Wales to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Durham bus from?

Wales to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Durham train from?

Wales to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Durham?

The best way to get from Wales to Durham is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 16m and costs £150 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h.

Where does the Wales to Durham bus arrive?

Wales to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Wales to Durham train arrive?

Wales to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wales to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Durham is 291 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Wales to Durham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1843+ hotels available in Durham.

Wales to Durham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 16m
£159–232
Bus, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3h 57m
£40–115
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Streetbus 177
8h
£57–138
Drive 289 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Durhamcar 289 mi
5h 4m
£71–102
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Durhamtrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
5h 38m
£170–240
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
6h 29m
£114–199

Wales to Durham by train

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5h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 299.4 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Wales and Durham, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Durham via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Sutton Street via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h.

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