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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Swindon is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Swindon is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Swindon via Sheffield and Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Swindon?

The distance between Barnsley and Swindon is 183 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £65 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Barnsley to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Swindon train from?

Barnsley to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Swindon?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Swindon is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £65 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Barnsley to Swindon train arrive?

Barnsley to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Swindon is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Barnsley to Swindon.

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

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Where can I stay near Swindon?

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Barnsley to Swindon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Barnsley to Swindon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Cheltenham SpaEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to SwindonCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
4h 48m
£67–274
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Asda
2. Take the bus from Asda to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Regent Circus
6h 26m
£28–62
Drive 162.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Swindon162.8 mi
3h 3m
£41–59

Barnsley to Swindon by train

114Weekly Trains

4h 48mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.5 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Swindon via Sheffield and Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnsley to Regent Circus via Meadowhall, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Asda, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 26m.

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