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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Barnsley is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Barnsley is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Barnsley via Derby and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Barnsley?

The distance between Cardiff and Barnsley is 202 miles. The road distance is 199.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Barnsley without a car is to train via Derby which takes 4h 2m and costs £85 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Cardiff to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Barnsley train from?

Cardiff to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Barnsley train arrive?

Cardiff to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Barnsley is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Cardiff to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1460+ hotels available in Barnsley.

Cardiff to Barnsley - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Barnsley by train or car

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 2m
£85–247
Drive 198.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Barnsleycar 198.6 mi
3h 34m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain Stockport - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 44m
£75–124

Cardiff to Barnsley by train

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4h 2mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.9 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Barnsley via Derby and Sheffield in around 4h 2m.

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