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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Birtley is to line 685 bus and bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Birtley is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Birtley?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Birtley station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Durham Road-Fire Station via Westgate, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Birtley?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Birtley. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Gateshead via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Carlisle to Birtley?

The distance between Carlisle and Birtley is 67 miles. The road distance is 64.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Birtley without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £23 - £45.

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

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Birtley bus from?

Carlisle to Birtley bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Birtley train from?

Carlisle to Birtley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Birtley?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Birtley is to train which takes 2h and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 685 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Carlisle to Birtley bus arrive?

Carlisle to Birtley bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, arrive at Westgate station.

Where does the Carlisle to Birtley train arrive?

Carlisle to Birtley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Birtley is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Carlisle to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 2158+ hotels available in Birtley.

Carlisle to Birtley - 3 ways to travel via train, line 685 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2h
£23–41
Line 685 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Westgatebus 685
2. Take the bus from Westgate to Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
3h 54m
£8–10
Drive 63.7 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Birtleycar 63.7 mi
1h 14m
£16–23

Carlisle to Birtley by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 66.3 mi
Duration: 2h

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Durham Road-Fire Station via Westgate, Bus Station, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 3h 54m.

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