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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Towcester is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Towcester is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Towcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Towcester. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Saracens Head Hotel via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Towcester?

The distance between Barnsley and Towcester is 131 miles. The road distance is 114.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Towcester without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 43m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Barnsley to Towcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Towcester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Towcester?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Towcester is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Barnsley to Towcester bus arrive?

Barnsley to Towcester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coach Park station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Towcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Towcester is 114 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Barnsley to Towcester.

Where can I stay near Towcester?

There are 1042+ hotels available in Towcester.

Barnsley to Towcester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Towcester 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to NottinghamLeeds - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Coach ParkUk900
4h 43m
£35–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Coach ParkUkn31
5h 7m
£17–36
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New StreetNewcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to NorthamptonBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 55m
£40–104
Drive 113.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Towcester113.4 mi
1h 55m
£29–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Sheffield Interchange/D4X17
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicester
3. Take the bus from The Square to Northampton Bus InterchangeX7 / ...
5h 30m
£18–53

Barnsley to Towcester by train, bus, and foot

103Weekly Services

4h 43mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.5 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Saracens Head Hotel via Sheffield, Birmingham New Street, Northampton, Rail Station approach road, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Coach Park every 4 hours. Tickets cost £12–29 and the journey takes 2h.

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