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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Keswick is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Keswick is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Keswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Keswick. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A13 and arriving at Keswick via Wakefield Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Keswick?

The distance between Barnsley and Keswick is 180 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Keswick without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Barnsley to Keswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Keswick bus from?

Barnsley to Keswick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Keswick?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Keswick is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Barnsley to Keswick bus arrive?

Barnsley to Keswick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Keswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Keswick is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Barnsley to Keswick.

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2408+ hotels available in Keswick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Keswick 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
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford RoadCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 28m
£40–118
Train via Preston
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakes
5h 35m
£25–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston HotelUkn31
6h 38m
£26–45
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Keswick115.9 mi
2h 37m
£29–42
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
7h 56m
£35–68

Barnsley to Keswick by train and bus

93Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Keswick, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Keswick via Sheffield, Manchester Oxford Road, Penrith North Lakes, and Penrith Rail Station in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel every 4 hours. Tickets cost £17–24 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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