Belfast to Durham, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.4 miles 280.7 km · straight line
420.4 miles actual route 676.6 km · driving distance
9h 54min estimated drive time
£64 - £78 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
84° E bearing direction

How far is Belfast from Durham, United Kingdom?

The distance from Belfast to Durham, United Kingdom is 174.4 miles (280.7 km) as the crow flies. Durham, United Kingdom is located E of Belfast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 420.4 miles, taking about 9h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Belfast and Durham, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Belfast to Durham, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 54min £64 - £78 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 53min $34–$63* Budget
Train ~9h 24min $50–$147* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Belfast & Durham, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Belfast
54.60°N, 5.93°W
Europe/London
1m elevation
Durham, United Kingdom
54.78°N, 1.57°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 142.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM