What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Port Talbot is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Port Talbot?

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

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Sheffield and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Port Talbot?

The distance between Barnsley and Port Talbot is 244 miles. The road distance is 223.2 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Port Talbot without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 12m and costs £70 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Barnsley to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Port Talbot bus from?

Barnsley to Port Talbot bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Port Talbot is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 12m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Barnsley to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Barnsley to Port Talbot bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Port Talbot is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Barnsley to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnsley to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 581+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Port Talbot by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 12m
£70–179
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 111 / ...
8h 1m
£33–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8bus Uk940
7h 12m
Drive 221.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Port Talbotcar 221.9 mi
4h
£55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain Cleethorpes - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
6h 41m
£86–148

Barnsley to Port Talbot by train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.2 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Port Talbot Parkway via Sheffield and Bristol Parkway in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station in around 7h 12m.

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