Busbud recommends taking the bus from London to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Customers have had positive experiences with the service, mentioning that their first journey was excellent and they look forward to using it again. Some customers found their overnight journey to be okay without much else to say.
National Express London Durham recent customer reviews
We arrived at Victoria Coach station to find out booking did not exist and there were no coaches to Durham so we were stressed. We were transferred to a coach going as near as poss but couldn’t relax wondering how we could get home but the driver did sort transport for us in the end.
2 out of 5 stars
Paul T.
My first experience was excellent and I look forward to using your service again.
5 out of 5 stars
Derek T.
Very nice trip up to Durham, the staff were helpful but funny at the same time making it a little more enjoyable. Had a stop off for a 30 minutes which was nice to stretch my legs.
Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort and speed of the trips. They appreciated features like ample legroom and attentive drivers, contributing to a relaxing journey overall. While some noted minor delays or wished for more frequent stops on longer routes, they still expressed satisfaction with their travel experience and would recommend it to others.
Megabus London Durham recent customer reviews
I really liked it, everything was at the highest level. The drivers are very attentive. I will call your company a friend. Super!
5 out of 5 stars
Liydmila S.
It was good however in a long journey from London to Durham (7hrs), there should be 10-15 mins food break. Bus didn’t stop throughout journey.
2 out of 5 stars
Arshdeep S.
I loved there was enough leg room. The temperature was just right.
Only thing on the return journey the bus was around 15 minutes late it would have been nice if the driver acknowledged that by explaining or apologising.
Overall It was a relaxing journey I would definitely use your service again and also recommend
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Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Durham
What is the distance between London and Durham?
About 234 miles (377 km) separate London and Durham.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Durham?
If you're headed to Durham from London, chances are that your bus will leave from Finchley Road and arrive at Durham Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Durham?
Once in Durham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Durham Cathedral, Walworth Castle, Beamish - the North of England Open Air Museum, Durham Castle and Durham Heritage Centre.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/05
$55
10/06
$31
Today
$31
10/08
$31
10/09
$35
10/10
$31
10/11
$25
10/12
$31
The cheapest trip from London to Durham was searched and found on Oct 11, 2025 with a price of $25
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Durham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $89 for a bus ticket from London to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-10-11.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between London and Durham!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from London to Durham, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from London to Durham.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from London to Durham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
What's the cheapest way to go from London to Durham?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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