Yes, the city center is very compact.

What is the best motorway?

The A1(M) is the primary route.

Yes, but parking in Durham can be difficult.

Salisbury

Train Driving

Salisbury to Durham

Updated: 31 May 2026

The journey from Salisbury to Durham covers about 480 kilometers. By train, you travel to London and then take an LNER service from King's Cross to Durham. Driving involves the A303, M3, M25, and A1(M). Durham is a beautiful historic city famous for its cathedral and castle. This route takes you from the south to the heart of County Durham.

Total Distance: 480 km driving distance, 400 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Train via London, taking approximately 5 hours.

Cheapest Way

Train booked well in advance via LNER's website.

Compare Salisbury to Durham Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	5 hours	5 hours 30 mins
Avg Price	£85 - £170	£75 - £120 in fuel
Operator	LNER and South Western Railway	N/A
Route	Salisbury to London Waterloo, transfer to London King's Cross, then to Durham.	A303, M3, M25, A1(M).
Tip	Book your LNER ticket in advance for the best price.	Durham city center has limited parking; use park and ride services.

Travel Tips

London Transfer
Use the Underground to move between Waterloo and King's Cross.
LNER Perks
Join the LNER loyalty program for potential seat upgrades.
Parking
Use the park and ride facilities to avoid city center traffic.
Local Travel
Durham is very walkable; you won't need much public transport.
Booking
Check for engineering works on the East Coast Main Line before traveling.