What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Stand B and arriving at Visitor Centre via Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Fountains Abbey is 58 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey without a car is to line 79 bus and bus which takes 3h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey bus from?

Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by Hodgsons Travel, depart from Galgate - Stand B station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by Hodgsons Travel, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey is 42 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1179+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey - 3 ways to travel via line 79 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbey by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 79 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Market Placebus 79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Visitor Centrebus 825
3h 42m
Drive 41.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbeycar 41.7 mi
50 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnard Castle to Fountains Abbeytaxi 41.7 mi
50 min
£85–110

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Distance: 57.2 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Fountains Abbey, England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Stand B to Fountains Abbey via Market Place and Visitor Centre in around 3h 42m.

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