Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Durham has to offer.

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 January
Estimated hotel price
$64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durham in January
Estimated hotel price
$64
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 30 km from Durham. The shortest flight to Durham from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 30m.

Train

The train station in Durham is called Durham, and is located 0.4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 166 km from Durham. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Durham’s bus station is located 1.2 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Durham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 30 km from Durham. The shortest flight to Durham from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 30m.

Train

The train station in Durham is called Durham, and is located 0.4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 166 km from Durham. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Durham’s bus station is located 1.2 km from the city center.

Airports near Durham

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Durham

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,851 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,794 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,299 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,136 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,166 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,207 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,475 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (198 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (295 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,295 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (665 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,477 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,919 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,735 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durham

Average rates range from around $100 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $185 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durham

Most booked hotels in Durham

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Oak Tree Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 832 reviews)
$113+
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The Ball Alley
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 645 reviews)
$88+
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South Causey Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9, 613 reviews)
$128+
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Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1597 reviews)
$106+
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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2806 reviews)
$83+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2084 reviews)
$52+
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Renting a car in Durham

Expect to pay $6.70 per gallon in Durham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $80.40 and $107.20. The most frequently booked car type in Durham is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 67% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $6.70 per gallon in Durham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $80.40 and $107.20. The most frequently booked car type in Durham is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 67% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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