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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Rugby is to bus which costs £14 - £28 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Rugby is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Stand H via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Sainsbury's and George Street Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Rugby via Sheffield and Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Rugby?

The distance between Barnsley and Rugby is 104 miles. The road distance is 95.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Barnsley to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Rugby?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Rugby is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £28 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Barnsley to Rugby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnsley to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Rugby is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Barnsley to Rugby.

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

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

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Barnsley to Rugby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Tamworth High Level
3. Take the train from Tamworth to Rugby
3h 25m
£41–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to AsdaUk075 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to George Street Car ParkX84
4h 53m
£14–27
Drive 95 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Rugby95 mi
1h 36m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to LeicesterSheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Welford Place to George Street Car ParkX84
5h
£17–53

Barnsley to Rugby by train

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3h 25mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.5 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Rugby via Sheffield and Tamworth in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Stand H via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Asda, Sainsbury's, and George Street Car Park in around 4h 53m.

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