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

190.8 miles 307 km · straight line
218 miles actual route 350.8 km · driving distance
4h 4min estimated drive time
£33 - £41 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Cambridge, United Kingdom from Durham, United Kingdom?

The distance from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Durham, United Kingdom is 190.8 miles (307 km) as the crow flies. Durham, United Kingdom is located NNW of Cambridge, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 218 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cambridge, United Kingdom 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom to Durham, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 4min £33 - £41 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 53min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~3h 52min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cambridge, United Kingdom & Durham, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m 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 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 130.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM