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 £27 - £40 and takes 6h 5m.

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 6h 5m.

How far is it from Alnwick to Barnsley?

The distance between Alnwick and Barnsley is 174 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 via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 3h 57m and costs £40 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m 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.

Train or bus from Alnwick to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Barnsley is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 3h 57m and costs £40 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Alnwick to Barnsley bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1460+ hotels available in Barnsley.

Alnwick to Barnsley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alnwick to Barnsley by train, bus, or car

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
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 57m
£40–225
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastletrain
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain
5h 36m
£27–99
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick to Barnsleycar 148.8 mi
2h 37m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
4h 19m
£77–195
Bus
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 591
6h 5m
£28–39

Alnwick to Barnsley by bus and train

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Green Batt to Barnsley via Curly Lane, Alnmouth, Newcastle, and Leeds in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Retail Park to Meadowhall Interchange/A2 once daily. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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