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How to get fromDarlington to Ullswaterby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Darlington to Ullswater by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 508 bus via Newcastle upon Tyne

    best
    1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain train
    2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain train
    3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Aira Forcebus bus 508 / ...
    3h 58m
    £41–86

  2. Drive 60 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Darlington to Cumbriacar car 60 mi
    1h 16m
    £15–21

  3. Train, line 508 bus

    1. Take the train from Darlington to Carlisletrain train Middlesbrough - Carlisle
    2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Aira Forcebus bus 508 / ...
    4h 5m
    £42–83

Darlington to Ullswater by train and bus

Calendar194Weekly Services
Duration3h 58mAverage Duration
Ticket£41Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 126.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Darlington, England and Ullswater, England?

There is no direct connection from Darlington to Ullswater. However, you can take the train to Newcastle, take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 508 bus to Aira Force. Alternatively, you can drive from Darlington to Cumbria in around 1h 16m.

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