What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Birtley?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Birtley is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Birtley?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Birtley is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Birtley?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Birtley station. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Stand B and arriving at Durham Road-Fire Station via North Road Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Birtley?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Birtley is 37 miles. The road distance is 33.8 miles.

How do I travel from Barnard Castle to Birtley without a car?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Birtley without a car is to bus and line 21 bus which takes 2h 6m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to Birtley?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Barnard Castle to Birtley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Birtley bus from?

Barnard Castle to Birtley bus services, operated by Northstar, depart from Galgate - Stand B station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Birtley bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Birtley bus services, operated by Northstar, arrive at Bus Station Stand H.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Birtley is 34 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Barnard Castle to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 2168+ hotels available in Birtley.

Barnard Castle to Birtley - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 21 bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Birtley by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Bus Station Stand Hbus 873
2. Take the bus from North Road Stand A to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus 21
2h 6m
Drive 33.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Birtleycar 33.6 mi
46 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnard Castle to Birtleytaxi 33.6 mi
46 min
£70–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Clubbus 85
2. Take the bus from Club to Front Streetbus X21
2h 33m

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Distance: 36.5 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Birtley, Gateshead, England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Stand B to Durham Road-Fire Station via North Road Stand A in around 2h 6m.

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