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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Luton is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Luton is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Lake. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Luton. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Luton via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Luton?

The distance between Barnsley and Luton is 151 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Luton without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Barnsley to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Luton bus from?

Barnsley to Luton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Luton train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Luton?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Luton is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Barnsley to Luton bus arrive?

Barnsley to Luton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lake station.

Where does the Barnsley to Luton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Luton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Barnsley to Luton.

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

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Where can I stay near Luton?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Luton 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 Barnsley to SheffieldLeeds - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to LutonSheffield - London St Pancras International
3h 20m
£48–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to LakeUk002
2. Take the bus from Lake to Luton Station Interchange230
5h 16m
£27–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11X19
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Stevenage
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange100 / ...
3h 42m
£35–68
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Luton142.6 mi
2h 21m
£36–52
Train via Kettering
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Kettering
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton
3h 33m
£53–111

Barnsley to Luton by train

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3h 20mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Luton via Sheffield in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Luton Station Interchange via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Lake in around 5h 16m.

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