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

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to South Shields is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to South Shields is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £16.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Interchange via Bus Station Stand E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to South Shields?

The distance between Barnard Castle and South Shields is 71 miles. The road distance is 43.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to South Shields without a car is to line 84 bus and train and subway which takes 2h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Barnard Castle to South Shields, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Barnard Castle to South Shields bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to South Shields is 43 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Barnard Castle to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1940+ hotels available in South Shields.

Barnard Castle to South 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 South Shields by bus, train, subway, car, or taxi

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Line 84 bus, train, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
3. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
2h 16m
Drive 42.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to South Shieldscar 42.9 mi
56 min
£11–16
Line 85 bus, 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
3h 14m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnard Castle to South Shieldstaxi 42.9 mi
56 min
£180–230
Line 85 bus, bus, line 50 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 Front Streetbus X21
3. Take the bus from Front Street to Interchangebus 50
4h 1m

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Distance: 70.3 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to South Shields via Newgate Street Stand C, Bus Station Stand E, Interchange, and Gateshead in around 3h 14m.

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