4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Durham
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Durham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
To travel from York to Durham you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus15:453h20York, Train Station19:05Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus8:003h55York, Train Station11:55Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:453h55York, Train Station19:40Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£131One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:004h30York, Train Station12:30Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£131One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:453h20York, Train Station19:05Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:453h55York, Train Station19:40Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£131One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:003h55York, Train Station11:55Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:004h30York, Train Station12:30Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£131One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for York to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 97 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Durham coaches for tomorrow, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 York, Train Station | 4h30 | 12:30 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 York, Train Station | 3h55 | 11:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 York, Train Station | 3h20 | 19:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 York, Train Station | 3h55 | 19:40 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Durham
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Buses from York to Durham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 46m |
First bus 3:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: York to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Durham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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