What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Costa Coffee via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Kirkby Stephen via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Birmingham and Kirkby Stephen is 202 miles. The road distance is 168.4 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen train from?

Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen is to bus which takes 6h 46m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £150 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen train arrive?

Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 625+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
4h 37m
£66–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
6h 46m
£39–86
Drive 167.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Kirkby Stephencar 167.4 mi
2h 51m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Kirkby Stephentrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
5h 50m
£93–144
Bus via Lancaster
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Pennine Hotelbus S5
8h 13m

Birmingham to Kirkby Stephen by train and bus

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.3 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Kirkby Stephen, England?

You can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Costa Coffee via Rail Station in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Pennine Hotel via Leeds, Kirkby Stephen, and Rail Station in around 5h 50m.

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