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 3 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 19 miles from Durham. The shortest flight to Durham from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 103 miles from Durham. You’ll find branches of Sixt and U-Save, among others, in Edinburgh.

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 the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 103 miles from Durham. You’ll find branches of Sixt and U-Save, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Durham

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Durham

KLM
Good (1,597 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,273 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,244 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,677 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,689 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,548 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,526 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,452 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,627 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (320 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (682 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,922 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (247 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,945 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,858 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,969 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 $93 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $186 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 (9.2, 895 reviews)
$99+
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Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1734 reviews)
$121+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2525 reviews)
$53+
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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3512 reviews)
$88+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 5134 reviews)
$124+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3735 reviews)
$112+
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Renting a car in Durham

Renting a car in Durham costs $25 per day, on average, or $74 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Expect to pay $8.78 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 $105.39 and $140.51.

Renting a car in Durham costs $25 per day, on average, or $74 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Expect to pay $8.78 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 $105.39 and $140.51.

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