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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Skelmanthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A13 and arriving at Queen Street via Wakefield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe?

The distance between Barnsley and Skelmanthorpe is 24 miles. The road distance is 9.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe bus from?

Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A13 station.

Where does the Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe bus arrive?

Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Wakefield Bus Station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe.

Where can I stay near Skelmanthorpe?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Skelmanthorpe.

Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car

There are 6 ways to get from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe by train, bus, taxi, car, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Wakefield KirkgateSheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Queen StreetX1
1h 33m
Drive 9.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe9.4 mi
16 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe9.4 mi
16 min
£22–27
Walk
1. Take the foot from Barnsley to Skelmanthorpe8.8 mi
2h 51m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Station59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Queen StreetX1
2h 6m
Line 96 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Street/Market Hill to Wakefield Bus Station96B / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Queen StreetX1
2h 13m

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Distance: 23.9 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Queen Street via Wakefield Bus Station in around 2h 6m.

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