What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Alston?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Alston is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Alston?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Alston is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £15.

How far is it from Durham to Alston?

The distance between Durham and Alston is 58 miles. The road distance is 40.9 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Alston without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Alston without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Alston?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Durham to Alston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Durham to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Alston is 41 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Durham to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 393+ hotels available in Alston.

Durham to Alston - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Alston by train, taxi, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Hexhamtrain Newcastle - Hexham / ...
2. Take the taxi from Hexham to Alstontaxi
1h 49m
£51–75
Drive 40.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Alstoncar 40.7 mi
58 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Durham to Alstontaxi 40.7 mi
58 min
£140–180

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Durham to Alston.

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Distance: 57.4 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Alston, Cumbria, England?

There is no direct connection from Durham to Alston. However, you can take the train to Newcastle, take the train to Hexham, then take the taxi to Alston. Alternatively, you can drive from Durham to Alston in around 58 min.

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