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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Durham is to bus which costs £15 - £21 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Durham is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £13 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Durham. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Durham University via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield and arriving at Durham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Durham?

The distance between Sheffield and Durham is 117 miles. The road distance is 113 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Durham without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £13 - £90.

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

The train from Sheffield to Durham takes 1h 38m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Durham bus from?

Sheffield to Durham bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Durham train from?

Sheffield to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Durham?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Durham is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £13 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £21 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Sheffield to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Durham is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Sheffield to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1668+ hotels available in Durham.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
1h 38m
£13–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Durham Universitybus megabus M20
3h 43m
£15–21
Drive 112.4 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Durhamcar 112.4 mi
1h 59m
£28–40
Train via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Huddersfieldtrain Sheffield - Huddersfield / ...
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 31m
£30–117

Sheffield to Durham by train

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £13–90 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Durham University once daily. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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