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 - £65 and takes 3h 10m.

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 10m and costs £40 - £65.

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, London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

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 11m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Reading?

The distance between Barnsley and Reading is 185 miles. The road distance is 173.7 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 11m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 11m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Barnsley to Reading bus arrive?

Barnsley to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria 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 10m to drive from Barnsley to Reading.

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

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Barnsley to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Barnsley to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 11m
£80–120
Drive 172.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Readingcar 172.7 mi
3h 10m
£43–62
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
6h 53m
£59–105
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
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 7m
£87–331
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London Victoriabus Ukx010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 53m
£49–72
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
5h 23m
£109–253

Barnsley to Reading by train

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Distance: 183.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Reading every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Reading RailAir via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 53m.

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