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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Retford is to bus and line 99 bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Retford is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Retford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barnsley and arriving at Retford. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Retford?

The distance between Barnsley and Retford is 39 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Retford without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £8 - £17.

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

The train from Barnsley to Retford takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Retford bus from?

Barnsley to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Retford train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Retford?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Retford is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Barnsley to Retford bus arrive?

Barnsley to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 station.

Where does the Barnsley to Retford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Retford is 33 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Barnsley to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Barnsley to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 99 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Retford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 RetfordLeeds - Lincoln Central / ...
1h 4m
£8–17
Bus, line 99 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11X19
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford Bus Station99 / ...
2h 3m
£5–8
Drive 33 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Retford33 mi
42 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Retford33 mi
42 min
£70–85

Barnsley to Retford by train

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Barnsley to Retford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row to Retford Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 2h 3m.

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