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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Gateshead is to bus which costs £9 - £24 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Gateshead is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at John Dobson Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Newcastle via Wakefield Kirkgate and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Gateshead?

The distance between Barnsley and Gateshead is 118 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Gateshead without a car is to train via York which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Barnsley to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Gateshead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Gateshead train from?

Barnsley to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Gateshead is to train via York which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £24 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Barnsley to Gateshead bus arrive?

Barnsley to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Barnsley to Gateshead train arrive?

Barnsley to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Gateshead is 116 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Barnsley to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2047+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Gateshead 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 via York
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to YorkManchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 31m
£27–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson StreetUk001 / ...
3h 40m
£9–23
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Gateshead115 mi
1h 55m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Barnsley to LeedsSheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to NewcastleLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 45m
£20–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Station59 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to NewcastlePlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 45m
£25–74

Barnsley to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 117.7 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Newcastle via Wakefield Kirkgate and York in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £6–19 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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