What is the cheapest way to get from Greenhead to Alston?

The cheapest way to get from Greenhead to Alston is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenhead to Alston?

The fastest way to get from Greenhead to Alston is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Greenhead and Alston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Walltown road end and arriving at Hendersons Garage. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Greenhead to Alston?

The distance between Greenhead and Alston is 25 miles. The road distance is 14.8 miles.

How do I travel from Greenhead to Alston without a car?

The best way to get from Greenhead to Alston without a car is to line 681 bus which takes 57 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Greenhead to Alston?

The line 681 bus from Walltown road end to Hendersons Garage takes 57 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Greenhead to Alston bus from?

Greenhead to Alston bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Walltown road end station.

Where does the Greenhead to Alston bus arrive?

Greenhead to Alston bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Hendersons Garage station.

Can I drive from Greenhead to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenhead to Alston is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Greenhead to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 427+ hotels available in Alston.

Greenhead to Alston - 3 ways to travel via line 681 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Greenhead to Alston by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 681 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Walltown road end to Hendersons Garagebus 681
57 min
Drive 14.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenhead to Alstoncar 14.8 mi
21 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenhead to Alstontaxi 14.8 mi
21 min
£30–40

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Distance: 24.4 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Greenhead, England and Alston, Cumbria, England?

Go North East operates a bus from Walltown road end to Hendersons Garage every 4 hours, and the journey takes 57 min.

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