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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Alston is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Alston is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Alston station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 19 and arriving at Station Yard via Eldon Square Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Alston?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Alston is 92 miles. The road distance is 58.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Alston without a car is to train and line 691 bus which takes 3h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Middlesbrough to Alston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Alston bus from?

Middlesbrough to Alston bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Bus Station Stand 19.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Alston bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Alston bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Eldon Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Alston is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Middlesbrough to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 415+ hotels available in Alston.

Middlesbrough to Alston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 691 bus, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Alston by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 691 bus
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Hexhamtrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Yardbus 691
3h 35m
Drive 57.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Alstoncar 57.8 mi
1h 21m
£15–21
Bus, line 691 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 19 to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X10
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 684 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Yardbus 691
5h 3m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Hexhamtrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Wentworth car park to Hendersons Garagebus 889
3h 57m

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Distance: 91.8 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station Stand 19 to Station Yard via Eldon Square Bus Station and Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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