How to travel from Durham to Armagh, United Kingdom
The distance between Durham and Armagh is around 393km (244 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 2h 55m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Durham to Armagh by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Armagh → Durham if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Bus
Fly from Durham (MME) to Belfast City (BHD) then take the bus to Armagh.
- Duration2h 55m
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost£180($215)
Multiple operators
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Liverpool Lime Street then take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Belfast then take the train to Portadown.
- Duration12hrs
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£175($210)
Multiple operators
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Manchester Coach Station Chorlton St and then to Liverpool One Bus Station Canning Place then take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Belfast then take the bus to Armagh.
- Duration13h 20m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£155($180)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Cairnryan then take a ferry to Belfast then drive to Armagh.
- Duration6h 25m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost£60($71)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Durham and Armagh
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Durham to Armagh by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around £60 ($71) and will take around 6h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £180 ($215).
The distance between Durham and Armagh is around 393km (244 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 323km (201 miles)
It takes around 12hrs to get from Durham and Armagh by train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Durham to Armagh is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx £180 ($215).
The cheapest way to travel between Durham and Armagh is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around £60 ($71) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Durham and Armagh. We recommend that you fly from Durham (MME) to Belfast City (BHD) then take the bus to Armagh. instead which will take 2h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Durham and Armagh. We recommend that you fly from Durham (MME) to Belfast City (BHD) then take the bus to Armagh. instead which will take 2h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Durham to Armagh. We recommend that you fly from Durham (MME) to Belfast City (BHD) then take the bus to Armagh. instead which will take 2h 55m.
The closest major airport to Armagh is Belfast International Airport (BFS) (BFS) which is approximately 50km (31 miles) from Armagh. George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) (BHD) and City of Derry Airport (LDY) (LDY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Durham to Armagh. We recommend that you take the train to Liverpool Lime Street then take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Belfast then take the train to Portadown. instead which will take 12hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Durham to Armagh is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 12hrs and will usually cost around £175 ($210).
Compare travel optionsbetween Durham and Armagh
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Bus + 1 similar | 2h 55m | £180($215) | every 3 hours | 393km (244 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 4h 35m | £110($130) | twice a week | 448km (279 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 12hrs | £175($210) | 3 times a week | 600km (373 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 13h 20m | £155($180) | 3 times a week | 591km (367 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 6h 25m | £60($71) | every 4 hours | 422km (262 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Durham and Armagh
Train operators
Translink UK
Bus companies
Go North East
Ferry operators
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
Stena Line
Airlines
Loganair
Airports near Armagh
The following major airports near Armagh offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
- Distance
- 50km (31 miles) from Armagh
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
- Distance
- 64km (40 miles) from Armagh
City of Derry Airport (LDY)
- Distance
- 85km (53 miles) from Armagh