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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Elgin is to drive which costs £90 - £140 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 39m and costs £110 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Railway Station via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Adelphi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Elgin via Leeds and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Elgin?

The distance between Barnsley and Elgin is 457 miles. The road distance is 376.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 9h 23m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 9h 23m to get from Barnsley to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Elgin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Elgin?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Elgin is to train which takes 9h 23m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 21m.

Where does the Barnsley to Elgin bus arrive?

Barnsley to Elgin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Elgin is 377 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Barnsley to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Barnsley to Elgin - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Barnsley to Elgin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
9h 23m
£64–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Union Square Bus StationUkn11
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to Railway StationE7
12h 21m
Drive 374.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Elgin374.5 mi
7h 16m
£94–136
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 39m
£115–288
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
9h 38m
£69–200
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leeds
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from George Street to Railway StationE1
4. Take the train from Dundee to Elgin
12h 42m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 32m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 44m
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicester
2. Take the train from Leicester to Kettering
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway
4. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
5. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
7h 39m
£80–277

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

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Distance: 454.2 mi
Duration: 9h 23m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Elgin via Leeds and Aberdeen in around 9h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Railway Station via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Union Square Bus Station, and Adelphi in around 12h 21m.

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