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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Accrington is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Accrington is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Warner Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Accrington via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Accrington?

The distance between Barnsley and Accrington is 72 miles. The road distance is 48.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £12 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Barnsley to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Accrington bus from?

Barnsley to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Accrington train from?

Barnsley to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Accrington?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Accrington is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £12 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Barnsley to Accrington bus arrive?

Barnsley to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Barnsley to Accrington train arrive?

Barnsley to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Accrington is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Barnsley to Accrington.

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

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Where can I stay near Accrington?

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

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

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 Barnsley to LeedsSheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to AccringtonYork - Blackpool North / ...
2h 43m
£12–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Shudehill InterchangeUk079
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner StreetX41
4h 38m
Drive 48 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Accrington48 mi
1h 24m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Accrington48 mi
1h 24m
£100–120

Barnsley to Accrington by train

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2h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Accrington via Leeds in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Warner Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 38m.

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