What Should I Do In Barnard Castle?
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FAQs About Barnard Castle
How Do I Get To Barnard Castle?
Driving directions to Barnard Castle:
- From Durham, take the A688 and follow it for approximately 18 miles.
- From Richmond, take the A6108 and follow it for approximately 9 miles.
- From Darlington, take the A67 and follow it for approximately 16 miles.
Rail directions to Barnard Castle:
- Barnard Castle has a railway station served by Northern trains.
- From Durham, take the Northern line towards Bishop Auckland and alight at Barnard Castle.
- From Darlington, take the Northern line towards Bishop Auckland and alight at Barnard Castle.
If you are visiting other landmarks in the area, it is best to hire a car or take a taxi as public transport in rural Durham can be limited. Some nearby places worth checking out include:
- The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle
- Raby Castle, a medieval castle located about 5 miles from Barnard Castle
- The market town of Richmond, located about 9 miles from Barnard Castle
- The city of Durham, located about 18 miles from Barnard Castle
What's The Nearest Airport To Barnard Castle?
The closest airport to Barnard Castle is Durham Tees Valley Airport, which is located approximately 16 miles away. The most direct route from the airport to Barnard Castle is via the A67 road, which takes around 30 minutes by car.
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