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. Durham deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 July
Estimated hotel price
₹ 12731
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durham in July
Estimated hotel price
₹ 12731
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 India departs from New Delhi and takes around 14h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Newcastle upon Tyne, which is about 22 km from Durham. You’ll find branches of U-Save and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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 India departs from New Delhi and takes around 14h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Newcastle upon Tyne, which is about 22 km from Durham. You’ll find branches of U-Save and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Airports near Durham

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Durham

KLM
Good (1,588 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,654 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,445 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,515 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,378 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,626 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (320 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (681 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,924 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (245 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,938 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,834 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,972 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 The Kingslodge Inn, Durham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 8,711 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 17,685 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durham

Most booked hotels in Durham

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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,269+
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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,223+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,785+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,219+
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Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,645+
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Honest Lawyer Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
₹ 5,610+
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Hiring a car in Durham

Expect to pay ₹ 221 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 ₹ 2,647 and ₹ 3,529. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay ₹ 221 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 ₹ 2,647 and ₹ 3,529. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.