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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Wakefield is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Wakefield is to train which takes 19 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barnsley Interchange/A13 and arriving at Kirkgate F. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barnsley and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Barnsley to Wakefield?

The distance between Barnsley and Wakefield is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

The train from Barnsley to Wakefield Kirkgate takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Wakefield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Wakefield is to train which takes 19 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £20 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Barnsley to Wakefield bus arrive?

Barnsley to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Kirkgate F station.

Where does the Barnsley to Wakefield train arrive?

Barnsley to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Wakefield is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Barnsley to Wakefield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnsley to Wakefield?

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2011+ hotels available in Wakefield.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Wakefield by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Wakefield KirkgateSheffield - Leeds / ...
19 min
£5–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Kirkgate F59 / ...
55 min
£3–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Wakefield11.1 mi
20 min
£25–31
Drive 11.1 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Wakefield11.1 mi
20 min
£3–4

Barnsley to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 11 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Barnsley to Wakefield Kirkgate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Kirkgate F every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 55 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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