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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Kent is to bus and train which costs £27 - £120 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Kent is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Kent. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Lenham via Sheffield, London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Kent?

The distance between Barnsley and Kent is 247 miles. The road distance is 218.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 38m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Barnsley to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Kent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Kent train from?

Barnsley to Kent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Kent?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Kent is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 38m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Barnsley to Kent bus arrive?

Barnsley to Kent bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Barnsley to Kent train arrive?

Barnsley to Kent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Kent is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Barnsley to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1078+ hotels available in Kent.

Barnsley to Kent - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Kent?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Kent. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Dickley Wood via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, London Stonebridge and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

There are 6 ways to get from Barnsley to Kent by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 38m
£54–193
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 561 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h 56m
£28–114
Drive 217.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Kentcar 217.4 mi
3h 40m
£54–77
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 30m
£88–295
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 32m
£47–201
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
8h 30m

Barnsley to Kent by train

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Lenham via Sheffield, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Dickley Wood via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, London Stonebridge, Maidstone, and King Street in around 8h 30m.

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