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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Nottingham is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Durham University Palatine Centre and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Nottingham via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Durham to Nottingham?

The distance between Durham and Nottingham is 172 miles. The road distance is 140.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Durham to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Durham to Nottingham train from?

Durham to Nottingham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Durham to Nottingham is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Durham to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Durham to Nottingham train arrive?

Durham to Nottingham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Durham to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Nottingham is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Durham to Nottingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Durham to Nottingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Durham to Nottingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Granthamtrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to Nottinghamtrain Skegness - Nottingham / ...
2h 39m
£35–75
Train via Sheffield
cheapest
1. Take the train from Durham to Sheffieldtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 44m
£18–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Leeds York St Bus Stationbus megabus M20
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
5h 5m
£22–38
Drive 139.4 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Nottinghamcar 139.4 mi
2h 32m
£35–50
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 2m
£38–157

Durham to Nottingham by train

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Distance: 171.1 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Nottingham via Grantham in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Leeds York St Bus Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 5h 5m.

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