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

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Southport is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Southport is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Southport. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Duke Street via Darlington, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Barnard Castle and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Barnard Castle to Southport. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Southport via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Southport?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Southport is 192 miles. The road distance is 99.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Southport without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Barnard Castle to Southport, including transfers.

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

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

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

Barnard Castle to Southport train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Barnard Castle to Southport?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Southport is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Southport bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Southport bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Southport train arrive?

Barnard Castle to Southport train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Southport is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Barnard Castle to Southport.

Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1987+ hotels available in Southport.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 41m
£64–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
7h 45m
£18–30
Drive 99.3 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Southportcar 99.3 mi
2h 2m
£25–35
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
6h 3m
£56–98

Barnard Castle to Southport by bus, foot, and train

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5h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 190.5 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Duke Street via Tubwell Row, Darlington, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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