What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station is to line 28 bus via Valley Gardens A which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barnsley Interchange/A12 and arriving at Pontefract Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

The distance between Barnsley and Pontefract Tanshelf Station is 19 miles. The road distance is 14.7 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £10 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station bus from?

Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A12 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station train from?

Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £10 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station bus arrive?

Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Pontefract Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station train arrive?

Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station is 15 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

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Where can I stay near Pontefract Tanshelf Station?

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Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Wakefield KirkgateSheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract TanshelfLeeds - Knottingley
1h 20m
£11–15
Line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Pontefract Bus Station28 / ...
1h 28m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station14.6 mi
24 min
£30–40
Drive 14.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station14.6 mi
24 min
£4–6
Line 28 bus via Valley Gardens A
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Valley Gardens A28 / ...
1h 29m
£3–5

Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf Station by train

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Distance: 18.9 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Pontefract Tanshelf Station, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Kirkgate in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Pontefract Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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