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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Leeds is to line 465 bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Leeds is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barnsley Interchange/A23 and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barnsley and arriving at Leeds. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Barnsley to Leeds?

The distance between Barnsley and Leeds is 21 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Leeds without a car is to line 465 bus which takes 45 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

The line 465 bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station takes 45 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Leeds bus from?

Barnsley to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A23 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Leeds train from?

Barnsley to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Leeds?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Leeds is to line 465 bus which takes 45 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £13 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Barnsley to Leeds bus arrive?

Barnsley to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Leeds train arrive?

Barnsley to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Leeds is 22 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Barnsley to Leeds.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnsley to Leeds?

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Where can I stay near Leeds?

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Barnsley to Leeds - 5 ways to travel via train, line 465 bus, car, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Leeds by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 465 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station465
45 min
£5–10
Train
1. Take the train from Barnsley to LeedsSheffield - Leeds / ...
54 min
£5–13
Drive 21.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Leeds21.9 mi
26 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Leeds21.9 mi
26 min
£80–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Meadowhall Interchange/A4X17
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Leeds City Bus StationUk075 / ...
1h 14m
£7–16

Barnsley to Leeds by bus

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Distance: 20.5 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

National Express operates a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Barnsley to Leeds every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 54 min.

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