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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Shildon is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Shildon is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Shildon via Leeds and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Shildon?

The distance between Barnsley and Shildon is 107 miles. The road distance is 90.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Barnsley to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Shildon?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Shildon is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Barnsley to Shildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Shildon is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Barnsley to Shildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 692+ hotels available in Shildon.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Shildon 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 Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 14m
£38–77
Drive 89.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Shildoncar 89.7 mi
1h 32m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Dolphin Centrebus 591
5h 11m
£23–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Darlingtontrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 20m
£46–71

Barnsley to Shildon by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 106.2 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Shildon via Leeds and Darlington in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Dolphin Centre twice daily. Tickets cost £17–45 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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