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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Barnsley is to bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Barnsley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Barnsley?

The distance between Gateshead and Barnsley is 134 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Gateshead to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Barnsley bus from?

Gateshead to Barnsley bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Barnsley train from?

Gateshead to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Barnsley is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Gateshead to Barnsley bus arrive?

Gateshead to Barnsley bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where does the Gateshead to Barnsley train arrive?

Gateshead to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Barnsley is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Gateshead to Barnsley.

Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1427+ hotels available in Barnsley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2h 31m
£28–147
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
4h 3m
£15–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus megabus M20
3h 43m
£16–23
Drive 114.8 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Barnsleycar 114.8 mi
1h 56m
£29–41

Gateshead to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Barnsley via Leeds in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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