4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from York to Durham
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from York to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Durham will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 buses that leave York for Durham on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $39.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$39 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
York to Durham Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TransPennine Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator TransPennine Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator LNER | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator TransPennine Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator TransPennine Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator LNER | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Live departures
York to Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Durham buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP046200 | 8:00 AM York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 9:55 AM Durham station (DHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 GR065400 | 8:45 AM York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 10:40 AM Durham station (DHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 XC035500 | 8:55 AM York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 10:50 AM Durham station (DHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TP046100 | 9:00 AM York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 10:55 AM Durham station (DHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| GR065300 | 9:45 AM York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 11:40 AM Durham station (DHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XC035400 | 9:55 AM York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 11:50 AM Durham station (DHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Durham
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Buses from York to Durham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 03:10 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 7 days |
FAQs: Bus from York to Durham
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