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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Llanelli is to bus which costs £18 - £75 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Llanelli is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Llanelli via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Llanelli?

The distance between Barnsley and Llanelli is 268 miles. The road distance is 211.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Llanelli without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 16m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Barnsley to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Llanelli train from?

Barnsley to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Llanelli is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 16m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £75 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Barnsley to Llanelli train arrive?

Barnsley to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Llanelli is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Barnsley to Llanelli.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

There are 1177+ hotels available in Llanelli.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Llanelli 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 via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 16m
£105–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus StationUk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand BUk910 / ...
8h 35m
£19–73
Drive 210.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Llanelli210.5 mi
4h 25m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to StockportCleethorpes - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to LlanelliManchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 58m
£78–158
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B111 / ...
9h 39m
£25–78

Barnsley to Llanelli by train

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6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.6 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Llanelli, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Llanelli via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnsley to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Meadowhall, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Bus Station, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 8h 35m.

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