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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Aberystwyth via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Barnsley and Aberystwyth is 216 miles. The road distance is 160.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Barnsley to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Aberystwyth train from?

Barnsley to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Barnsley to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Barnsley to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Aberystwyth is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Barnsley to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 777+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Barnsley to Aberystwyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New StreetNewcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 55m
£51–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 12m
£27–62
Drive 159.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Aberystwyth159.8 mi
3h 24m
£40–58
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockport
2. Take the train from Stockport to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 6m
£49–94

Barnsley to Aberystwyth by train

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5h 55mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.6 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Aberystwyth via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnsley to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Meadowhall, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 12m.

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