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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Birtley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Birtley is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Birtley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sunderland Green Terrace and arriving at Fell Bank-Birtley Lane. Services depart twice daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Sunderland to Birtley?

The distance between Sunderland and Birtley is 15 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Birtley without a car is to line 81 bus which takes 51 min and costs .

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

The line 81 bus from Sunderland Green Terrace to Fell Bank-Birtley Lane takes 51 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Birtley bus from?

Sunderland to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Sunderland Green Terrace station.

Where does the Sunderland to Birtley bus arrive?

Sunderland to Birtley bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Fell Bank-Birtley Lane station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Birtley is 10 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Sunderland to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 2168+ hotels available in Birtley.

Sunderland to Birtley - 5 ways to travel via line 81 bus, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Birtley by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Line 81 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Green Terrace to Fell Bank-Birtley Lanebus 81
51 min
Drive 9.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunderland to Birtleycar 9.7 mi
14 min
£3–4
Subway, line 21 bus
1. Take the subway from Sunderland to Gatesheadsubway Grn
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus N21 / ...
52 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunderland to Birtleytaxi 9.7 mi
14 min
£23–28
Line 78 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from University Of Sunderland to South Burns Stand Kbus 78
2. Take the bus from Front Street to Durham Road-Fire Stationbus N21 / ...
55 min

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Go North East operates a bus from Sunderland Green Terrace to Fell Bank-Birtley Lane twice daily, and the journey takes 51 min.

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