Introduction
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 among the most popular tourist destinations 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 February
Estimated hotel price
€109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durham in February
Estimated hotel price
€109
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 flight to Durham from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 1h 10m.

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 Edinburgh, which is about 103 miles from Durham. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.

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 flight to Durham from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 1h 10m.

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 Edinburgh, which is about 103 miles from Durham. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.

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 (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,089 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (647 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (178 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,892 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,220 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,655 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,636 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durham

Average rates range from around €76 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €142 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durham

Most booked hotels in Durham

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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€66+
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Hotel Indigo Durham By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€88+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€41+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€98+
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Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€116+
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Hiring a car in Durham

Expect to pay €1.55 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 €18.50 and €24.67. The most frequently booked car type in Durham is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €1.55 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 €18.50 and €24.67. The most frequently booked car type in Durham is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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