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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Exeter is to bus which costs £18 - £65 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Exeter?

The distance between Barnsley and Exeter is 259 miles. The road distance is 251.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £75 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Barnsley to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Exeter?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Exeter is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £75 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £65 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Barnsley to Exeter bus arrive?

Barnsley to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Exeter train arrive?

Barnsley to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Exeter is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Barnsley to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 14m
£79–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus StationUk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
6h 47m
£18–62
Drive 249.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Exeter249.8 mi
4h 15m
£63–91
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
4h 51m
£97–324
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
9h 11m
£26–73

Barnsley to Exeter by train

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Distance: 257.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–200 and the journey takes 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Bampfylde Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station in around 6h 47m.

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