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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Sunderland is to line 465 bus and bus which costs £12 - £23 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A23 and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Sunderland via Wakefield Kirkgate, York and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Sunderland?

The distance between Barnsley and Sunderland is 130 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £27 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Barnsley to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Sunderland bus from?

Barnsley to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A23 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Sunderland train from?

Barnsley to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £27 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 465 bus and bus, which costs £12 - £23 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Barnsley to Sunderland bus arrive?

Barnsley to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Sunderland train arrive?

Barnsley to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Sunderland is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Barnsley to Sunderland.

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

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Barnsley to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 465 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to YorkManchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 33m
£28–71
Line 465 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station465
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUk073 / ...
3h 39m
£12–22
Drive 110.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Sunderland110.2 mi
1h 50m
£28–40
Train, line 20 bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Durham
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Sunderland Interchange20 / ...
3h 39m
£19–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to LeedsSheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange172 / ...
4h 7m
£12–38

Barnsley to Sunderland by train

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3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.5 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Sunderland via Wakefield Kirkgate, York, and Newcastle in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Sunderland Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 39m.

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