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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Durham is to drive which costs £80 - £120 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Durham is to fly and train which takes 3h 30m and costs £85 - £370.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Durham. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Exeter to Durham?

The distance between Exeter and Durham is 334 miles. The road distance is 342.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Durham without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs £150 - £470.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Exeter to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Durham train from?

Exeter to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Durham train arrive?

Exeter to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Durham is 343 miles. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Exeter to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1717+ hotels available in Durham.

Exeter to Durham - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Exeter to Durham by plane, train, 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.

Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
3h 30m
£89–368
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 33m
£69–235
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Durhamtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 56m
£150–470
Drive 340.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Durhamcar 340.9 mi
5h 47m
£83–120
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
6h 25m
£133–378
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 44m
£146–524
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
5h 51m
£138–424
Fly Exeter to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Durhamtrain
6h 20m
£101–328
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Durhamtrain
9h 40m
£154–274

Exeter to Durham by train

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5h 56mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Durham.

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Distance: 332.2 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Durham every 3 hours. Tickets cost £150–470 and the journey takes 5h 56m.

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