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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Leeds is to bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Leeds is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £11 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Durham University Palatine Centre and arriving at Leeds York St Bus Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham and arriving at Leeds. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Durham to Leeds?

The distance between Durham and Leeds is 92 miles. The road distance is 79.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £11 - £65.

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

The train from Durham to Leeds takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Durham to Leeds bus from?

Durham to Leeds bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Durham University Palatine Centre station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Leeds train from?

Durham to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Leeds?

The best way to get from Durham to Leeds is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £11 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Durham to Leeds bus arrive?

Durham to Leeds bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Leeds York St Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Leeds train arrive?

Durham to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Durham to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Leeds is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Durham to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Durham to Leeds?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Durham to Leeds?

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Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2425+ hotels available in Leeds.

Durham to Leeds - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Durham to Leeds by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to LeedsNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 10m
£11–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Leeds York St Bus Stationmegabus M20
1h 35m
£10–15
Drive 78.6 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Leeds78.6 mi
1h 30m
£20–28
Train via Northallerton
1. Take the train from Durham to NorthallertonEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Northallerton to LeedsRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 2m
£20–46

Durham to Leeds by train

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Distance: 91 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Leeds, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Durham to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Leeds York St Bus Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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