What is the cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Durham?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Durham is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Midlands to Durham?

The fastest way to get from West Midlands to Durham is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between West Midlands and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from West Midlands to Durham. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Durham via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from West Midlands to Durham?

The distance between West Midlands and Durham is 196 miles. The road distance is 183.7 miles.

How do I travel from West Midlands to Durham without a car?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from West Midlands to Durham?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from West Midlands to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Durham train from?

West Midlands to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or fly from West Midlands to Durham?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Durham is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the West Midlands to Durham train arrive?

West Midlands to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from West Midlands to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands to Durham is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from West Midlands to Durham.

How do I get a train ticket from West Midlands to Durham?

Book your West Midlands to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1826+ hotels available in Durham.

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There are 5 ways to get from West Midlands to Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 23m
£86–133
Drive 182.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Midlands to Durhamcar 182.6 mi
3h 15m
£46–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
6h 28m
£51–83
Fly from Birmingham Airport
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BHX - NCL
5h 23m
£69–163
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
5h 33m
£75–159

West Midlands to Durham by train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between West Midlands, Sandwell, England and Durham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newcastle (NCL) every 4 hours.

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