Travel Guide to Christchurch Durham

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from the central areas of Dorset, start by getting onto the A35 road, heading northeast. Follow the A35 until you reach the M27, and take the M27 north towards Southampton. Merge onto the M3, continuing until you reach the A1(M) near Winchester. Follow the A1(M) north, which will become the A1. Keep following the A1 until you exit onto the A690 towards Durham. As you enter Durham, follow signs for the city center, and then Claypath where Christchurch Durham is located. There may be parking available nearby, but be sure to check for local parking regulations and any fees that may apply.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, you can take a train from various locations in Dorset to Durham. Start by traveling to either Bournemouth or Poole train stations. Choose a route that connects through London (such as to London Waterloo) and then transfer to a train heading to Durham. Upon arriving at Durham Train Station, exit and take a local bus or taxi to Claypath. The bus services are frequent, but make sure to check the local schedules. Additionally, you may want to budget for train ticket costs, which can vary based on the time of booking and travel.

• Bus

  If you prefer a direct bus option, check for long-distance bus services that run from Dorset to Durham, such as National Express. Buses generally depart from major towns like Bournemouth and Poole. Once you reach Durham, you can take a local bus or taxi to Claypath. Make sure to check the bus schedules for the most convenient options and any fares that may apply.