Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from York to Durham?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from York to Durham: Trains mostly depart from York station (YRK) and arrive in Durham station (DHM). Buses mostly depart from York, Train Station and arrive in Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street.

Which travel companies can get me from York to Durham?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from York to Durham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway to go to Durham by train. Travel with FlixBus to go to Durham by bus.

Can I find a direct route between York and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct route available from York to Durham: 10 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway.

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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 bus, with an average ticket price of NOK 201 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of NOK 201, while a train costs an average of NOK 281.

Distance: 60 miles (97 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
NOK 281 Average price	NOK 201 Average price Cheapest
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from York to Durham

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

The cheapest way to travel from York to Durham is a bus with an average price of NOK 201.

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

A bus is NOK 80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Durham costing on average NOK 281.

The fastest way to travel from York to Durham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Durham take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between York and Durham including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from York to Durham among Omio's users.

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from York to Durham

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

Our recommendation

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

G15988
8:23 PM 0h44
York station (YRK)
9:07 PM
Durham station (DHM)
NOK 152
1 One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

G15988
8:23 PM 0h44
York station (YRK)
9:07 PM
Durham station (DHM)
NOK 152
1 One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

G15988
8:23 PM 0h44
York station (YRK)
9:07 PM
Durham station (DHM)
NOK 152
1 One-way
0 transfers

Other options

Train

Bus

C24924
7:22 PM 0h44
York station (YRK)
8:06 PM
Durham station (DHM)
NOK 168
1 One-way
0 transfers
C24904
1:23 PM 0h44
York station (YRK)
2:07 PM
Durham station (DHM)
NOK 168
1 One-way
0 transfers
G15862
12:22 PM 0h44
York station (YRK)
1:06 PM
Durham station (DHM)
NOK 196
1 One-way
0 transfers

FlixBus · FlixBus
3:45 PM 3h20
York, Train Station
7:05 PM
Sunderland, Interchange
NOK 165
1 One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus
8:00 AM 3h55
York, Train Station
11:55 AM
Sunderland, Interchange
NOK 165
1 One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus
3:45 PM 3h55
York, Train Station
7:40 PM
Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
NOK 187
1 One-way
1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from York to Durham

Travel to Durham 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 York to Durham.

There are 2 options to travel between York and Durham including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from York to Durham is a bus with an average price of NOK 201.

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

A bus is NOK 80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Durham costing on average NOK 281.

The fastest way to travel from York to Durham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Durham take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 32m.

The distance from York to Durham is approximately 60 miles (97 km).

The average frequency per day from York to Durham is:

Around 10 trains per day.
Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from York to Durham:

Trains mostly depart from York station (YRK) and arrive in Durham station (DHM).
Buses mostly depart from York, Train Station and arrive in Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from York to Durham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway to go to Durham by train.
Travel with FlixBus to go to Durham by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from York to Durham:

10 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway.

Omio customers who travel from York to Durham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Durham and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Durham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

A stay of 2 to 3 days is often sufficient to explore Durham's key attractions, such as Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle, and the scenic River Wear, while allowing time to enjoy the local culture and dining.

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