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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Durham is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £11 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds York St Bus Station station and arriving at Durham University. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Durham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Leeds to Durham?

The distance between Leeds and Durham is 92 miles. The road distance is 79.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Durham without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £11 - £65.

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

The train from Leeds to Durham takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Durham bus from?

Leeds to Durham bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Leeds York St Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Durham?

The best way to get from Leeds to Durham is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £11 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Leeds to Durham bus arrive?

Leeds to Durham bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Durham University station.

Where does the Leeds to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Durham is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Leeds to Durham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1671+ hotels available in Durham.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Leeds to Durham 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 Leeds to DurhamLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
1h 14m
£11–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds York St Bus Station to Durham Universitymegabus M20
1h 35m
£10–15
Drive 78.8 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Durham78.8 mi
1h 31m
£20–28
Train via Northallerton
1. Take the train from Leeds to NorthallertonManchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Northallerton to DurhamLondon Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
1h 55m
£21–47

Leeds to Durham by train

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Distance: 91.1 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Leeds to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Leeds York St Bus Station to Durham University once daily. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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