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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Didcot is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Didcot is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Didcot?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Didcot station. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A23 and arriving at Parkway Station via Milton Keynes Coachway, Gloucester Green Bus Station and Redbridge Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Didcot?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Didcot. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Didcot Parkway via Sheffield, Birmingham New Street and Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Didcot?

The distance between Barnsley and Didcot is 173 miles. The road distance is 160.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Didcot without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Barnsley to Didcot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Didcot bus from?

Barnsley to Didcot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A23 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Didcot train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Didcot?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Didcot is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Barnsley to Didcot bus arrive?

Barnsley to Didcot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Barnsley to Didcot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Didcot?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Didcot is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Barnsley to Didcot.

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

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Where can I stay near Didcot?

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New StreetNewcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to OxfordManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 15m
£61–149
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Newhall St
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Banbury
3. Take the train from Banbury to Didcot Parkway
5h 56m
£34–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Milton Keynes Coachway564
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Station737
6h 26m
£35–58
Drive 159.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Didcot159.9 mi
2h 43m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to OxfordNewcastle - Reading / ...
4h 16m
£68–179

Barnsley to Didcot by train

157Weekly Trains

4h 15mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Didcot Parkway via Sheffield, Birmingham New Street, and Oxford in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Parkway Station via Milton Keynes Coachway, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Redbridge Park and Ride in around 6h 26m.

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