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 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 February
Estimated hotel price
$208
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durham in February
Estimated hotel price
$208
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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 50m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 150 km from Durham. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Wheego, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

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

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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 50m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 150 km from Durham. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Wheego, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

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

Airports near Durham

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Durham

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,732 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,690 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,080 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,093 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,524 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,373 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,433 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,122 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (290 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (190 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,248 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (659 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,687 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,909 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,437 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durham

Average rates range from around $170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 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)
$141+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$89+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$175+
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Hardwick Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$225+
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Hiring a car in Durham

Expect to pay $3.07 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 $36.84 and $49.12. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.07 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 $36.84 and $49.12. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.