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

54.9 miles 88.4 km · straight line
71.4 miles estimated 114.9 km · driving distance
1h 26min estimated drive time
£11 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
98° E bearing direction

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

The distance from Carlisle, United Kingdom to Durham, United Kingdom is 54.9 miles (88.4 km) as the crow flies. Durham, United Kingdom is located E of Carlisle, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 71.4 miles, taking about 1h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Carlisle, United Kingdom and Durham, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Carlisle, United Kingdom to Durham, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 26min £11 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 43min $6–$11* Budget

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

Quick Facts

Carlisle, United Kingdom
54.90°N, 2.94°W
Europe/London
29m 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 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 453.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients