What is the cheapest way to get from Birtley to Carlisle?

The cheapest way to get from Birtley to Carlisle is to bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birtley to Carlisle?

The fastest way to get from Birtley to Carlisle is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Birtley and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Birtley station to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Durham Road-Fire Station and arriving at Bus Station via Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station and Cranstons. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Birtley to Carlisle?

The distance between Birtley and Carlisle is 66 miles. The road distance is 64 miles.

How do I travel from Birtley to Carlisle without a car?

The best way to get from Birtley to Carlisle without a car is to line 21 bus and train which takes 2h 11m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Birtley to Carlisle?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Birtley to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birtley to Carlisle bus from?

Birtley to Carlisle bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Eldon Square Bus Station.

Where does the Birtley to Carlisle bus arrive?

Birtley to Carlisle bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Birtley to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Birtley to Carlisle is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Birtley to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 667+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Birtley to Carlisle - 3 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birtley to Carlisle by bus, train, or car

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Line 21 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Durham Road-Fire Station to Interchangebus N21 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2h 11m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 684 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cranstonsbus 685
4h 15m
£5–7
Drive 63.6 mi
1. Drive from Birtley to Carlislecar 63.6 mi
1h 15m
£16–23

Birtley to Carlisle by bus

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Distance: 66 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Birtley, Gateshead, England and Carlisle, England?

You can take a bus from Durham Road-Fire Station to Bus Station via Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station, and Cranstons in around 4h 15m.

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