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

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Northampton is to bus via Leeds which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Northampton is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via Darlington and Leeds Cultural Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Barnard Castle and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Barnard Castle to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Northampton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Northampton?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Northampton is 245 miles. The road distance is 189.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Barnard Castle to Northampton, including transfers.

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

Barnard Castle to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Darlington station.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Northampton train from?

Barnard Castle to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Barnard Castle to Northampton?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Northampton is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Northampton bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Northampton train arrive?

Barnard Castle to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Northampton is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Barnard Castle to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

There are 917+ hotels available in Northampton.

Barnard Castle to Northampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Northampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
5h 17m
£88–149
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk905 / ...
7h 1m
£22–39
Drive 188.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Northamptoncar 188.8 mi
3h 11m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 591
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Coach Parkbus Ukn31
7h 36m
£26–42

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Distance: 243.3 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Northampton, England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Northampton via Tubwell Row, Darlington, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Northampton Town Centre via Tubwell Row, Darlington, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds Cultural Stop C in around 7h 1m.

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