How far is it from Gilesgate to Old Durham?

The distance between Gilesgate and Old Durham is 3 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Gilesgate to Old Durham?

The drive from Gilesgate to Old Durham takes approximately 10 min by car.

The fastest route from Gilesgate to Old Durham covers 3 km with a driving time of approximately 10 min.

Old Durham lies roughly to the south of Gilesgate.

Along the route from Gilesgate to Old Durham you can fill up at Esso (24/7), Tesco (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Along the route from Gilesgate to Old Durham you can stop for the night or service your van at Durham Amateur Rowing Club.

Distance: 3 kmDrive time: 10 min

Driving from Gilesgate to Old Durham takes about 10 min via A181. The distance is 3 km. The straight-line distance is 849 m. Driving directions

Driving directions12 · 3 km

The return trip from Old Durham to Gilesgate covers roughly the same distance, 3 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 October 2026.

How far is it from Gilesgate to Old Durham?: The distance between Gilesgate and Old Durham is 3 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Gilesgate to Old Durham?: The drive from Gilesgate to Old Durham takes approximately 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Gilesgate to Old Durham?: The fastest route from Gilesgate to Old Durham covers 3 km with a driving time of approximately 10 min.
Which direction is Old Durham from Gilesgate?: Old Durham lies roughly to the south of Gilesgate.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Gilesgate and Old Durham?: Along the route from Gilesgate to Old Durham you can fill up at Esso (24/7), Tesco (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Gilesgate and Old Durham?: Along the route from Gilesgate to Old Durham you can stop for the night or service your van at Durham Amateur Rowing Club.