Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Durham travel guide

Durham Tourism | Durham Guide

You're Going to Love Durham

With a population of 45,696, Durham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Durham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Durham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Estabulo - Durham (The Riverwalk) and Turkish Kitchen Durham (66 Saddler St) are great picks.

When to visit Durham

Durham in March
Estimated hotel price
£96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durham in March
Estimated hotel price
£96
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Durham

Plane

Although Durham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 19 miles from Durham. The shortest domestic flight to Durham departs from Bristol and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

The train station in Durham is called Durham, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 93 miles from Durham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Durham’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Durham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 19 miles from Durham. The shortest domestic flight to Durham departs from Bristol and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

The train station in Durham is called Durham, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 93 miles from Durham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Durham’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Durham

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Durham

KLM
Good (1,450 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,775 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,721 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,173 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,512 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,388 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,160 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,135 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,452 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,262 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (657 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,447 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,702 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,918 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durham

Average rates range from around £74 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £164 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durham

Most booked hotels in Durham

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Thomas Wright House
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Oak Tree Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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South Causey Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£40+
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Hiring a car in Durham

Hiring a car in Durham costs £24 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Durham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.13 and £21.51. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Durham costs £24 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Durham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.13 and £21.51. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

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