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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Leeds is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 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 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Meadowhall Interchange/A2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

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 28 miles. The road distance is 22.6 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 train which takes 54 min and costs £11 - £20.

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

The train from Barnsley to Leeds takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Leeds bus from?

Barnsley to Leeds bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street 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 train which takes 54 min and costs £11 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £19 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Barnsley to Leeds bus arrive?

Barnsley to Leeds bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A4 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 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Barnsley to Leeds.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
54 min
£11–20
Drive 22.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Leedscar 22.5 mi
29 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X17
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
1h 40m
£8–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Leedstaxi 22.5 mi
29 min
£85–110

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Distance: 28.1 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Barnsley to Leeds every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Meadowhall Interchange/A4 and Meadowhall Interchange/A2 in around 1h 40m.

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