What is the cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Barnsley?

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Barnsley is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alnwick to Barnsley?

The fastest way to get from Alnwick to Barnsley is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Alnwick to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Retail Park and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Alnwick and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Alnwick to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Alnmouth and arriving at Barnsley via Newcastle and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Alnwick to Barnsley?

The distance between Alnwick and Barnsley is 172 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

How do I travel from Alnwick to Barnsley without a car?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Alnwick to Barnsley?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Alnwick to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Barnsley bus from?

Alnwick to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Park station.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Barnsley train from?

Alnwick to Barnsley train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Alnmouth station.

Train or bus from Alnwick to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Barnsley is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Alnwick to Barnsley bus arrive?

Alnwick to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where does the Alnwick to Barnsley train arrive?

Alnwick to Barnsley train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Alnwick to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick to Barnsley is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Alnwick to Barnsley.

How do I get a train ticket from Alnwick to Barnsley?

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There are 4 ways to get from Alnwick to Barnsley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain
3h 25m
£68–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 591
5h 38m
£34–79
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Wakefield Westgatetrain
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
5h 6m
£69–110
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick to Barnsleycar 148.8 mi
2h 37m
£37–53

Alnwick to Barnsley by bus, foot, and train

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Alnwick, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a vehicle from Alnwick to Barnsley via Alnmouth, Newcastle, and Leeds in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Retail Park to Meadowhall Interchange/A2 twice daily. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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