What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Barnard Castle?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Barnard Castle is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Barnard Castle?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Barnard Castle is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Barnard Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Barnard Castle. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Galgate - Stand B via Front Street and Newgate Street Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from South Shields to Barnard Castle?

The distance between South Shields and Barnard Castle is 71 miles. The road distance is 44.3 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Barnard Castle without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Barnard Castle without a car is to subway and train and line 84 bus which takes 3h 8m and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Barnard Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from South Shields to Barnard Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Barnard Castle bus from?

South Shields to Barnard Castle bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Interchange station.

Where does the South Shields to Barnard Castle bus arrive?

South Shields to Barnard Castle bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Front Street station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Barnard Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Barnard Castle is 44 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from South Shields to Barnard Castle.

Where can I stay near Barnard Castle?

There are 999+ hotels available in Barnard Castle.

South Shields to Barnard Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Barnard Castle by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway, train, line 84 bus
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Central Stationsubway Yel
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to Galgate - Stand Bbus 84
3h 8m
Drive 44 mi
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1. Drive from South Shields to Barnard Castlecar 44 mi
54 min
£11–16
Line 50 bus, bus, line 85 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Front Streetbus 50
2. Take the bus from Front Street to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
3. Take the bus from Newgate Street Stand C to Galgate - Stand Bbus 85
4h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shields to Barnard Castletaxi 44 mi
54 min
£190–230

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Barnard Castle, England?

You can take a bus from Interchange to Galgate - Stand B via Front Street, Bus Station Stand B, and Newgate Street Stand C in around 4h 20m.

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