Is there a way to reach Durham from London without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Durham. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Durham from London by bus?

The travel time from London to Durham is about 6h, although the fastest bus will take 5h 30m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 234 miles (377 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between London and Durham?

About 234 miles (377 km) separate London and Durham.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Durham?

If you're headed to Durham from London, chances are that your bus will leave from Victoria Coach Station and arrive at Durham Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from London to Durham?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $19.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from London to Durham?

The average price of a one-way ticket from London to Durham is $33. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $19 to $71, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Durham?

Once in Durham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Durham Cathedral, Walworth Castle, Beamish - the North of England Open Air Museum, Durham Castle and Durham Heritage Centre.

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from London to Durham?

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from London to Durham. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

London to Durham Bus Tickets

TomorrowMay 23

from $49

SatMay 24

from $58

SunMay 25

from $52

MonMay 26

from $48

TueMay 27

from $37

WedMay 28

from $37

ThuMay 29

from $37

FriMay 30

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 23 at 9:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: May 23 at 8:05pm
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham Bus Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 23 at 10:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Finchley Road
Arrival time: May 23 at 3:30pm
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham University
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 30m
Departure time: May 23 at 9:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: May 23 at 8:05pm
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham Bus Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: May 23 at 10:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Finchley Road
Arrival time: May 23 at 3:30pm
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham University
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 30m
Departure time: May 23 at 9:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: May 23 at 8:05pm
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham Bus Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m

Accepted payments

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Durham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $71	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$59 - $427	Average Duration2h 54m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $50	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from London to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

2h 54mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest ticket

9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Durham: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$33

Average bus trip duration6h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure8:10am

Distance234 miles (376 km)

Latest bus departure10:35pm

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,197 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers have had positive experiences with the service, mentioning that their first journey was excellent and they look forward to using it again. Some customers found their overnight journey to be okay without much else to say.

National Express London Durham recent customer reviews

We arrived at Victoria Coach station to find out booking did not exist and there were no coaches to Durham so we were stressed. We were transferred to a coach going as near as poss but couldn’t relax wondering how we could get home but the driver did sort transport for us in the end.

Paul T.

August 24, 2024

My first experience was excellent and I look forward to using your service again.

Derek T.

December 16, 2022

Very nice trip up to Durham, the staff were helpful but funny at the same time making it a little more enjoyable. Had a stop off for a 30 minutes which was nice to stretch my legs.

Lauren M.

October 21, 2019

Megabus UK

3.5/54,164 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Passengers generally appreciated the comfort and speed of the trip, noting ample legroom and a pleasant temperature. The drivers were described as attentive, contributing to an overall relaxing journey. While there was a minor delay on one return trip without explanation or apology from the driver, users still expressed willingness to recommend and use this service again.

Megabus London Durham recent customer reviews

I really liked it, everything was at the highest level. The drivers are very attentive. I will call your company a friend. Super!

Liydmila S.

July 6, 2024

It was good however in a long journey from London to Durham (7hrs), there should be 10-15 mins food break. Bus didn’t stop throughout journey.

Arshdeep S.

March 30, 2024

I loved there was enough leg room. The temperature was just right. Only thing on the return journey the bus was around 15 minutes late it would have been nice if the driver acknowledged that by explaining or apologising. Overall It was a relaxing journey I would definitely use your service again and also recommend

Joan P.

September 14, 2023

Infobus

4/5469 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

London to Durham Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from London to Durham. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from London to Durham from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Durham from London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in London and Durham?

Stops in London

A - Victoria Coach Station

B - Finchley Road

C - Marble Arch

D - Earl's Court

E - Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.

F - London Elephant & Castle

Stops in Durham

A - Durham Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Durham

Is there a way to reach Durham from London without a car?
How long does it take to get to Durham from London by bus?
What is the distance between London and Durham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Durham?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from London to Durham?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from London to Durham?
What are the best sights and things to do in Durham?
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from London to Durham?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/20

$42

05/21

$50

Today

$51

05/23

$47

05/24

$54

05/25

$50

05/26

$46

05/27

$35

The cheapest trip from London to Durham was searched and found on May 27, 2025 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Durham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $87 for a bus ticket from London to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-05-27.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between London and Durham!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from London to Durham, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from London to Durham.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from London to Durham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Durham?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h	Avg Price$33	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 54m	Avg Price$137	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h 40m	Avg Price$33	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to London by bus?

Bus from London to Durham

You can also go to Durham by train

Train from London to Durham

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travelers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Durham.

Bus London to Durham: Trip Overview

Compare bus companies

London to Durham Bus

Where are the popular stops in London and Durham?

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Durham

Is there a way to reach Durham from London without a car?

How long does it take to get to Durham from London by bus?

What is the distance between London and Durham?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Durham?

What is the most cost-effective way to get from London to Durham?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from London to Durham?

What are the best sights and things to do in Durham?

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from London to Durham?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Durham?

Will you be returning to London by bus?

You can also go to Durham by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

People from around the world trust Busbud

Popular Buses Connecting London

Buses Leaving from London

Buses Going to London

Popular Buses Connecting Durham

Buses Leaving from Durham

Buses Going to Durham

Popular routes in this country

Popular airport transfers

Popular international trips