Travel by Public Transport

For longer distance journeys, public transport offers a cost-effective alternative to single-occupancy car journeys.  

Especially when considering the actual cost of owning and running a car, including purchase price, fuel, tax, insurance, maintenance, and parking, using public transport may save you money. A week/month pass also includes a heavy discount when compared with a standard single-ride ticket. Why not consider becoming a one-car family and using public transport more often?

BUS

Etherley Meadows is connected by bus to Bishop Auckland, Toft Hill and Escomb. Meaning you can easily explore the North East using sustainable transport. Your nearest bus stops are on Etherley Moor and provide the services of:

Company Number Destination
Hodgesons Buses 87 Toft Hill – Bishop Auckland
Hodgesons Buses 39 Bishop Auckland – Bedburn Drive

Click here to find your nearest bus stop and services available.

Bishop Auckland Bus Station is a 40-minute walk from your new home and provides additional services across the North East including Durham, Chester-le-Street, Newcastle, West Auckland and Darlington.

For more information on Bishop Auckland Bus Station Click Here

TRAIN

Travelling further? Your nearest station is Bishop Auckland Station which has direct routes to Darlington, Middlesbrough, Saltburn and Whitby plus many others.

Find out more information on Bishop Auckland Station here.

Useful Links

Durham Public Transport Information

Find out all things public transport in County Durham, including bus and train information.

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Railcards

A wide range of railcard offers are available. You can get great discounts on rail travel when travelling either with one other person or with the whole family.

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Plan a Train Journey

To plan a train journey, simply use an online rail enquiry website, such as National Rail Enquiries.

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Find the Best Public Transport Method

Find the quickest and cheapest mode of public transport, just type in your location and destination. Also have access to schedules for different modes of public transport including bus, trains, taxi and driving.

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Bus Checker App

Download the bus checker app to see live updates on bus services and use for planning your journey.

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Nexus Pop Card

Pop Cards are an easy way to use public transport in the North East of England. You can use it for trips on the metro, bus and ferry.

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