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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Durham is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Durham is to train and fly which takes 3h 44m and costs £100 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Durham. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Reading to Durham?

The distance between Reading and Durham is 294 miles. The road distance is 265.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Durham without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 18m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Reading to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Durham train from?

Reading to Durham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Durham train arrive?

Reading to Durham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Durham is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Reading to Durham.

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

Book your Reading to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 298+ hotels available in Durham.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Reading to Durham by train, car, or plane

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

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 18m
£83–170
Train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 51m
£55–289
Drive 263.5 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Durhamcar 263.5 mi
4h 35m
£65–93
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 58m
£74–272
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 25m
£120–370
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 44m
£105–248
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 35m
£67–214
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain
6h 27m
£95–332
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 19m
£113–312

Reading to Durham by train and subway

122Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Durham.

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Distance: 291.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Durham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 18m.

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