How to travel from Durham to Liverpool

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Compare bus and train for Durham to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 170 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 170, while a train costs an average of DKK 481.

Distance: 109 miles (177 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Durham to Liverpool

Compare the available ways to get from Durham to Liverpool, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Durham to Liverpool is a bus with an average price of DKK 170.

This is compared to other travel options from Durham to Liverpool:

A bus is DKK 312 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham to Liverpool costing on average DKK 481.

The fastest way to travel from Durham to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Durham and Liverpool including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Durham to Liverpool among Omio's users.

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from Durham to Liverpool

How to get from Durham to Liverpool by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Durham to Liverpool is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Durham to Liverpool

Travel to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Durham to Liverpool.

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There are 2 options to travel between Durham and Liverpool including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Durham to Liverpool is a bus with an average price of DKK 170.

This is compared to other travel options from Durham to Liverpool:

A bus is DKK 312 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham to Liverpool costing on average DKK 481.

The fastest way to travel from Durham to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 40m.

The distance from Durham to Liverpool is approximately 109 miles (177 km).
The average frequency per day from Durham to Liverpool is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Durham and Liverpool as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Durham to Liverpool:
  • Trains mostly depart from Durham station (DHM) and arrive in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
  • Buses mostly depart from Sunderland, Interchange and arrive in Liverpool, Liverpool One.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Heysham and arrive in Douglas.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Durham to Liverpool, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Liverpool by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Liverpool by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Durham to Liverpool with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 5 direct trains per day with Transpennine Express.
Omio customers who travel from Durham to Liverpool often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Dublin, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Liverpool and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Liverpool to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle for street art, bars, and music venues, and take a ferry across the Mersey River for scenic views. Visit the Walker Art Gallery and enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre. Discover the city's history at the Museum of Liverpool. Don't miss The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall for iconic sights and experiences.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Liverpool is ideal to explore its key attractions such as The Beatles Story, the Royal Albert Dock, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also allowing time to enjoy the local culture and dining.

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