How to travel from Durham to Wrexham, United Kingdom

The distance between Durham and Wrexham is around 276km (172 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Durham to Wrexham by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out WrexhamDurham if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Leeds Bus Station and then to Chester.

  • Duration6h 35m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    £24($28)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Bishop Auckland Bus Station Stand H then take the train to Darlington, Newton-le-Willows then Chester and then to Wrexham General.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    £49($58)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Wrexham.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance276km (172 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Durham and Wrexham

There are several options for getting from Durham to Wrexham by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £24 ($28) and will take around 6h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £48 ($57).

The distance between Durham and Wrexham is around 276km (172 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 198km (123 miles)

It takes around 3h 40m to get from Durham and Wrexham by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Durham to Wrexham is to drive which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx £48 ($57).

The cheapest way to travel between Durham and Wrexham, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £24 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Durham and Wrexham. We recommend that you drive to Wrexham. instead which will take 2h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Durham and Wrexham. It typically takes around 6h 35m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Durham to Wrexham. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bishop Auckland Bus Station Stand H, Durham New Inn - Church Street, Leeds Bus Station, Chester and Chester station. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 6h 35m.

Megabus UK and National Express run regular bus services between Durham and Wrexham. Buses run once daily and take around 6h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Durham to Wrexham. We recommend that you take the bus to Bishop Auckland Bus Station Stand H then take the train to Darlington, Newton-le-Willows then Chester and then to Wrexham General. instead which will take 3h 40m.

The closest major airport to Wrexham is Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) which is approximately 34km (21 miles) from Wrexham. Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Durham and Wrexham. The distance is around 276km (172 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Durham to Wrexham is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around £49 ($58).

How do I get from Durham to Wrexham

Compare travel optionsbetween Durham and Wrexham

Transport options from Durham to Wrexham
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
6h 35m
£24($28)
5 times a week325km (202 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
3h 40m
£49($58)
5 times a week289km (180 miles)
Bus to Blackpool, National Express Coach Facility, Train6h 30m
£30($35)
twice a week309km (192 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
£48($57)
on demand276km (172 miles)

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Airports near Wrexham

The following major airports near Wrexham offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
34km (21 miles) from Wrexham
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Wrexham
BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
108km (67 miles) from Wrexham