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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Kent is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 41m.

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 41m 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 39m.

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 39m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Barnsley to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Kent train from?

Barnsley to Kent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield 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 41m 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 1159+ hotels available in Kent.

Barnsley to Kent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Kent by train, bus, or car

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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 39m
£114–196
Drive 217.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Kentcar 217.4 mi
3h 41m
£54–77
Bus, train
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 / ...
7h 16m
£59–134
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 25m
£110–198

Barnsley to Kent by train

193Weekly Trains

4h 39mAverage Duration

£114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.8 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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 39m.

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