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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Barnsley is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 13h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Barnsley is to train and fly which takes 5h 18m and costs £100 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Union Square Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Barnsley via Aberdeen, Edinburgh Waverley, York and Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Elgin to Barnsley?

The distance between Elgin and Barnsley is 442 miles. The road distance is 376.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Barnsley without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 8h 46m and costs £55 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Elgin to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Barnsley bus from?

Elgin to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Barnsley train from?

Elgin to Barnsley train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Elgin to Barnsley is to train via Aberdeen which takes 8h 46m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 13h 14m.

Where does the Elgin to Barnsley bus arrive?

Elgin to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Elgin to Barnsley train arrive?

Elgin to Barnsley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Barnsley is 377 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Elgin to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Elgin to Barnsley - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Elgin to Barnsley by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to York
4. Take the train from York to Wakefield Kirkgate
8h 46m
£59–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Ukn11
13h 14m
£42–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Huddersfield
13h 11m
£54–169
Drive 374.6 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Barnsley374.6 mi
7h 16m
£92–132
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
6h 4m
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsley
8h 59m
£84–188
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
5h 18m
£103–273
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
6h 27m
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Kettering
4. Take the train from Kettering to Leicester
5. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffield
7h 3m
£75–267

Elgin to Barnsley by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

13h 11mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 438.9 mi
Duration: 8h 46m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Barnsley via Aberdeen, Edinburgh Waverley, York, and Wakefield Kirkgate in around 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sheffield Road/West Way via Union Square Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 13h 14m.

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