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Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Warwick to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a train costs an average of £125.
Distance: 277 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price | £98 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Warwick to Durham:
A coach is £74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warwick to Durham costing on average £125.
Other travel options to Durham take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 3m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £98 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £47. The journey takes 8h 3m versus 3h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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Buses from Warwick to Durham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 277 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 277 km |
Average bus duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 2:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
University museum with collections from ancient civilisations to world cultures. Compact, varied and easy to combine with a cathedral visit.
Gallery and museum at Palace Green with changing exhibitions and displays connected to Durham’s history, books and university collections.
Historic square between cathedral and castle, framed by university buildings. A key place to pause for architecture and city atmosphere.
Riverside walk circling the old centre through wooded banks and classic viewpoints. Ideal for Durham’s most photogenic views.
Wooded hilltop park with panoramic views across Durham, especially towards the cathedral and castle. Popular with locals for quiet walks.
A seasoned pork sausage from County Durham, traditionally eaten with pease pudding. It is a well-known regional butcher’s staple in the North East.
A smooth savoury spread of boiled yellow split peas, long associated with North East ham and stottie sandwiches and traditional local lunches.
A dense round North East bread roll, classic with ham and pease pudding. It is a regional bakery icon rather than a standard British bap.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre dining room. Ideal for a special meal with polished, understated service.
Stylish bistro and bar serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a lively riverside setting near Durham’s historic centre.
Long-running restaurant known for dependable French and British cooking in a warm, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Durham Sutton Street / Bridge Street -> Durham Bus Station
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