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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Reading. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leicester and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Reading. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Reading via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Reading?

The distance between Barnsley and Reading is 185 miles. The road distance is 173.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £45 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Barnsley to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Reading?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Reading is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £45 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Barnsley to Reading bus arrive?

Barnsley to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Asda station.

Where does the Barnsley to Reading train arrive?

Barnsley to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Reading is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Barnsley to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Sheffield to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 12m
£49–279
Drive 172.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Readingcar 172.8 mi
3h 6m
£42–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h
£57–116
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h
£81–267
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Asdabus
2. Take the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 19m
£43–65

Barnsley to Reading by train

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Distance: 184 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Reading every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–270 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Reading RailAir via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leicester, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 7h 19m.

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