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

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Sunderland is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Sunderland is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Interchange via Bus Station Stand E and Bus Station Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Sunderland?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Sunderland is 72 miles. The road distance is 38.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Sunderland without a car is to line 84 bus and train which takes 2h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Barnard Castle to Sunderland, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Barnard Castle to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Sunderland is 38 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Barnard Castle to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1933+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Barnard Castle to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 84 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Sunderland by bus, train, 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 25m
Drive 37.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Sunderlandcar 37.9 mi
50 min
£10–14
Line 85 bus, bus, line 20 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 Bus Station Stand Gbus X21
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Interchangebus 20 / ...
2h 41m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnard Castle to Sunderlandtaxi 37.9 mi
50 min
£160–200

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Distance: 71.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Interchange via Newgate Street Stand C, Bus Station Stand E, and Bus Station Stand D in around 2h 41m.

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