What is the cheapest way to get from Bishop Auckland to Birtley?

The cheapest way to get from Bishop Auckland to Birtley is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bishop Auckland to Birtley?

The fastest way to get from Bishop Auckland to Birtley is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bishop Auckland and Birtley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bishop Auckland to Birtley station. However, there are services departing from General Hospital and arriving at Durham Road-Fire Station via Front Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Bishop Auckland to Birtley?

The distance between Bishop Auckland and Birtley is 21 miles. The road distance is 20.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bishop Auckland to Birtley without a car?

The best way to get from Bishop Auckland to Birtley without a car is to bus which takes 1h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bishop Auckland to Birtley?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Bishop Auckland to Birtley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bishop Auckland to Birtley bus from?

Bishop Auckland to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from General Hospital station.

Where does the Bishop Auckland to Birtley bus arrive?

Bishop Auckland to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Front Street station.

Can I drive from Bishop Auckland to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bishop Auckland to Birtley is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Bishop Auckland to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 2171+ hotels available in Birtley.

Bishop Auckland to Birtley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 21 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bishop Auckland to Birtley by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from General Hospital to Front Streetbus X21
1h 24m
Drive 20.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bishop Auckland to Birtleycar 20.5 mi
31 min
£5–8
Train, line 21 bus
1. Take the train from Bishop Auckland to Darlingtontrain
2. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus N21 / ...
1h 34m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bishop Auckland to Birtleytaxi 20.5 mi
31 min
£45–55
Bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from General Hospital to Bus Station Stand Gbus X21
2. Take the bus from North Road Stand A to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus 21
1h 35m

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Distance: 21.2 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Bishop Auckland, England and Birtley, Gateshead, England?

Go North East operates a bus from General Hospital to Front Street hourly, and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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