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

Durham travel guide

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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 July
Estimated hotel price
£97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durham in July
Estimated hotel price
£97
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 Belfast and takes around 55m.

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 Ace, among others, in Manchester.

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 Belfast and takes around 55m.

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 Ace, among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Durham

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Durham

KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,286 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,231 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,699 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,706 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,694 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,541 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,413 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,632 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,435 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,395 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (249 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (679 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,969 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,917 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,972 reviews)
China Southern
Good (188 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durham

From 5-star hotels such as the 40 Winks Hospitality to great affordable options like the Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate, Durham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £73 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £235 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 (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Oak Tree Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£40+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Hiring a car in Durham

Hiring a car in Durham costs £22 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Durham.

Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.85 and £27.80. The most frequently booked car type in Durham is Economy (Renault Clio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Durham costs £22 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Durham.

Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.85 and £27.80. The most frequently booked car type in Durham is Economy (Renault Clio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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