What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to North Shields is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to North Shields is to drive which takes 1h and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Nile Street via Bus Station Stand E and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to North Shields?

The distance between Barnard Castle and North Shields is 68 miles. The road distance is 45 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to North Shields without a car is to line 84 bus and train which takes 2h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to North Shields?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Barnard Castle to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to North Shields bus from?

Barnard Castle to North Shields bus services, operated by Weardale Motor Services, depart from Galgate - Commercial Hotel station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to North Shields bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to North Shields bus services, operated by Weardale Motor Services, arrive at Newgate Street Stand C station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to North Shields is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Barnard Castle to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 1964+ hotels available in North Shields.

Barnard Castle to North Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 84 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnard Castle to North Shields by bus, train, subway, car, or taxi

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Line 84 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2h 17m
Drive 44.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to North Shieldscar 44.8 mi
1h
£11–16
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Club to Interchangebus X21
2. Take the subway from Gateshead to North Shieldssubway Yel
3h 24m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnard Castle to North Shieldstaxi 44.8 mi
1h
£90–120
Line 85 bus, bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Newgate Street Stand Cbus 85
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand E to Interchangebus X21
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Nile Streetbus 301
3h 40m

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Distance: 67.4 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and North Shields, England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Nile Street via Newgate Street Stand C, Bus Station Stand E, and Interchange in around 3h 40m.

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