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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Birtley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Birtley is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Birtley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Road Stand A and arriving at Durham Road-Fire Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Durham to Birtley?

The distance between Durham and Birtley is 10 miles. The road distance is 10 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Birtley without a car is to line 21 bus which takes 42 min and costs .

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

The line 21 bus from North Road Stand A to Durham Road-Fire Station takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Durham to Birtley bus from?

Durham to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from North Road Stand A station.

Where does the Durham to Birtley bus arrive?

Durham to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Durham Road-Fire Station.

Can I drive from Durham to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Birtley is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Durham to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 2165+ hotels available in Birtley.

Durham to Birtley - 3 ways to travel via line 21 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Birtley by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 21 bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Road Stand A to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus 21
42 min
Drive 9.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Birtleycar 9.9 mi
16 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Durham to Birtleytaxi 9.9 mi
16 min
£35–50

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Distance: 10.3 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Go North East operates a bus from North Road Stand A to Durham Road-Fire Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 42 min.

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