Yes Coaches arranges coach hire and minibus hire in Durham for groups of 8 to 72 passengers, always with a professional driver. A journey can start in Durham, collect from Chester-le-Street or Washington on the way and finish anywhere in the UK.
Send the pickup, destination, date and group size with the quote form and the booking team replies with vehicle options and a price. The booking line, 0203 870 5196, is open 9am to 6pm, 7 days a week.
Durham coach hire at a glance
| Area | Durham, North East (all North East locations) |
|---|---|
| Nearest airports | Newcastle International Airport (about 19 miles), Teesside International Airport (about 19 miles) |
| Nearby areas we cover | Chester-le-Street (6 miles), Washington (9 miles), Peterlee (10 miles), Newton Aycliffe (11 miles) |
| Local venues and trips | The Gala Theatre, Durham University venues, and Durham County Cricket Club nearby |
| Vehicle sizes | 8 and 16 seat minibuses, 17 to 30 seat midi coaches, 31 to 72 seat coaches |
| Booking line | 0203 870 5196, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm |
Distances are straight-line estimates. Road distances are longer.
Coach hire in Durham
For groups of 17 or more, a midi coach (17 to 30 seats) or a full-size coach (31 to 72 seats) keeps everyone on one vehicle with room for luggage. Popular coach trips from Durham include university open days and society trips, student events and conferences, concert travel, and sports fixtures.
Coach hire in Durham is priced per journey, not per seat. The price depends on the route, the date, the vehicle size and any waiting time. A coach can collect from a home, hotel, school, workplace or meeting point in Durham.
Minibus hire in Durham
For smaller groups, minibus hire in Durham covers 8 seat and 16 seat vehicles with a driver. They suit airport runs, nights out, weddings, family events and business trips, and can make several pickups around Durham, Chester-le-Street and Washington.
Airport transfers from Durham
The nearest airports to Durham are Newcastle International Airport, about 19 miles away, and Teesside International Airport, about 19 miles away. Group airport transfers can be booked one way or return. Add flight numbers, terminals and luggage so the right vehicle is sent.
Pickups from railway stations and hotels in and around Durham can be added to the same booking.
Events, sport and days out from Durham
Local favourites include the Gala Theatre, Durham University venues, and Durham County Cricket Club nearby. For fixtures, concerts and festivals, give the venue, the drop-off point and the return time so the driver waits in the right place.
See sports and event transport and tours and day trips.
Weddings, schools and business travel in Durham
Weddings. Shuttle guests between the ceremony, the reception and hotels in and around Durham. Wedding transport
Schools and colleges. Educational visits, sports fixtures and trips for pupils and staff from Durham. School transport
Business. Staff shuttles, conferences, team days and hotel transfers for companies in Durham. Corporate travel
Which vehicle for your group?
| Group size | Vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 | 8 seat minibus or MPV | Airport runs, small business trips |
| 9 to 16 | 16 seat minibus | Nights out, weddings, sports teams |
| 17 to 30 | Midi coach | School trips, clubs, corporate groups |
| 31 to 72 | Full-size coach | Large events, tours, festivals |
Mention luggage, sports kit, instruments or accessibility needs so the right vehicle is quoted. See the full fleet.
Popular routes from Durham
How to book coach hire in Durham
- Enter the pickup, destination, date and number of passengers in the quote form.
- Add your name, phone and email, or send the details on WhatsApp.
- The booking team replies with vehicle options and a price.
- Confirm the booking and the driver meets your group at the agreed pickup point.
Coach hire in Durham: questions
How much does coach hire in Durham cost?
The price depends on the distance, journey time, date, vehicle size and any waiting time, so each quote is worked out for your route. Send the full journey through the quote form for a price with no obligation. To keep coach hire in Durham cheap, use one larger vehicle rather than two small ones, keep pickups to the stops you need and book busy dates early.
What is the nearest airport to Durham?
Newcastle International Airport is the nearest, about 19 miles from Durham in a straight line. Teesside International Airport is about 19 miles away. Both can be booked as group airport transfers, one way or return.
Can you collect passengers from Chester-le-Street and Washington?
Yes. Add each pickup in the order you need them. Nearby areas we cover include Chester-le-Street, Washington, Peterlee and Newton Aycliffe.
Is minibus hire available in Durham?
Yes. 8 seat and 16 seat minibuses with a driver are available in Durham for smaller groups, airport runs, nights out and family events.
Do you have a depot in Durham?
Yes Coaches arranges each vehicle around your route rather than from a depot in every town. The journey is planned from your pickup point in Durham and quoted on that basis.
Can the journey go outside North East?
Yes. A booking can start or finish in Durham and travel anywhere in the UK, including multi-day tours.