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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from County Hall and arriving at Pennine Hotel via Dales Countryside Museum and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Kirkby Stephen via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Darlington and Kirkby Stephen is 142 miles. The road distance is 36.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

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

Darlington to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by Dales and District, depart from County Hall station.

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

Darlington to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Darlington to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Darlington to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by Dales and District, arrive at Post Office station.

Where does the Darlington to Kirkby Stephen train arrive?

Darlington to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Kirkby Stephen is 37 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Darlington to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 628+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

Darlington to Kirkby Stephen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Kirkby Stephentrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
4h 43m
£56–111
Drive 36.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darlington to Kirkby Stephencar 36.4 mi
47 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Post Officebus 856
2. Take the bus from Dales Countryside Museum to Librarybus S3
5h 25m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Darlington to Kirkby Stephentaxi 36.4 mi
47 min
£75–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
4h 51m
£42–83

Darlington to Kirkby Stephen by train and bus

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.7 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Pennine Hotel via Leeds, Kirkby Stephen, and Rail Station in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Darlington to Pennine Hotel via Northallerton, County Hall, Post Office, Dales Countryside Museum, and Post Office in around 5h 25m.

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