What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Dolphin Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Manchester?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Manchester is 137 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester without a car is to line 84 bus and train which takes 3h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Manchester bus from?

Barnard Castle to Manchester bus services, operated by Weardale Motor Services, depart from Galgate - Commercial Hotel station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Manchester bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Manchester bus services, operated by Weardale Motor Services, arrive at Tubwell Row station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Manchester is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Barnard Castle to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3480+ hotels available in Manchester.

Barnard Castle to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 84 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 84 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 19m
Drive 94.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Manchestercar 94.5 mi
2h 8m
£24–34
Line 84 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
4h 26m
Bus, line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Blackhall Roadbus 572
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to New Streetbus 555 / ...
3. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
5h 4m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnard Castle to Manchester.

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Distance: 135.7 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Manchester Central Coach Station via Tubwell Row and Dolphin Centre in around 4h 26m.

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