Sheffield, South Yorkshire to Durham, Durham from $35: 3 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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$35 - DriveBest price

156.5 kmDistance

1h 29m Fastest

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Train

Contact phone

0344 736 9123

Website

https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/

Train from Sheffield to Durham

Average Duration

1h 29m

Estimated price

$70-190

Contact phone

+44 800 200 6060

Website

https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/

Train from Sheffield to Huddersfield

Average Duration

1h 15m

Estimated price

$9-13

Contact phone

+44 345 600 1671

Website

https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/

Train from Huddersfield to Durham

Average Duration

1h 40m

Estimated price

$28-70

Sheffield to Durham: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Sheffield and Durham offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Setting off from Sheffield, you'll embark on a scenic drive covering 188.3 km to reach Durham in just under 2 hours. ⛽ The journey offers a range of petrol stations and rest stops where you can refuel and refresh, ensuring a comfortable drive with prices ranging from £28 to £47.

Average price

£27 - £47

🚆 Take a direct CrossCountry train from Sheffield to Durham, with services departing hourly and operating every day. The journey lasts about 1 hour and 29 minutes, providing a convenient and efficient way to travel between these two cities. 💷 Ticket prices for the Sheffield to Durham train range from £55 to £150, offering flexibility to suit different budgets.

Departure Point

Sheffield station

Arrival Point

Durham station

Useful tips for train travellers

• On your Sheffield to Durham train journey, you can enjoy catering services on board. The services vary by operator, but typically include a trolley service offering snacks, hot beverages, and sometimes light meals. Look out for special promotions like 'meal deals' during peak travel times, particularly on CrossCountry services.

• The main operators for this route are CrossCountry and Northern Rail. CrossCountry offers both First Class and Standard Class seating, where First Class provides more spacious seating and complimentary refreshments. Northern Rail primarily operates with Standard Class seating only, focusing on budget-friendly travel. Check their websites for ticket booking and specific service details: CrossCountry and Northern Rail.

• Upon arriving at Durham station, you’ll find facilities to make your transit smoother. There are luggage lockers available if you wish to explore the city without your bags, and restrooms can be found within the station. Note that showers are not available at this station. To navigate toward the city center, head to the bus stop directly outside the station where you can catch route 6 or 6A buses, which take approximately 10-15 minutes to reach the city center.

🚌 Route 1: Starting at Sheffield Meadowhall, you'll board a National Express bus towards Newcastle upon Tyne, with a transfer at Middlesbrough Bus Station before heading to Durham University Palatine Centre. 🚌 Route 2: Another option involves taking a megabus M72 from Sheffield Meadowhall to Middlesbrough Bus Station, where you'll transfer to a bus heading towards Durham University. 🚌 Route 3: For a longer but scenic journey, consider a route involving a megabus M72 to Sunderland Interchange and a transfer to a bus towards Langley Park to reach your destination in Durham.