What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to University of Durham?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to University of Durham is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to University of Durham?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to University of Durham is to train and fly which takes 4h 37m and costs £50 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and University of Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to University of Durham. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at University - Palatine Centre via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and University of Durham?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to University of Durham?

The distance between Cardiff and University of Durham is 302 miles. The road distance is 290.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to University of Durham without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to University of Durham without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 41m and costs £80 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to University of Durham?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Cardiff to University of Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to University of Durham bus from?

Cardiff to University of Durham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to University of Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to University of Durham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to University of Durham is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 41m and costs £80 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Cardiff to University of Durham bus arrive?

Cardiff to University of Durham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to University of Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to University of Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to University of Durham is 290 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Cardiff to University of Durham.

Where can I stay near University of Durham?

There are 1589+ hotels available in University of Durham.

Cardiff to University of Durham - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to University of Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DurhamReading - Newcastle / ...
5h 41m
£80–251
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to University - Palatine CentreM20
8h 59m
£26–61
Drive 288.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to University of Durham288.5 mi
4h 58m
£73–105
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Durham
4h 37m
£50–143
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DurhamCardiff Central - Edinburgh
6h 1m
£100–250
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to DurhamManchester Airport - Newcastle / ...
7h 48m
£71–181
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
5h 45m
£102–353
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durham
6h 46m
£65–188
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
6h 23m
£143–344

Cardiff to University of Durham by bus and foot

15Weekly Services

8h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 300.6 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and University of Durham, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to University of Durham via Birmingham New Street and Durham in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to University of Durham via Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and University - Palatine Centre in around 8h 59m.

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