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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Barnsley is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Barnsley is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Barnsley via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Barnsley?

The distance between Holyhead and Barnsley is 183 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Holyhead to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Barnsley train from?

Holyhead to Barnsley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Barnsley train arrive?

Holyhead to Barnsley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Barnsley is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Holyhead to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1460+ hotels available in Barnsley.

Holyhead to Barnsley - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Barnsley by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 38m
£70–130
Drive 152.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Barnsleycar 152.9 mi
2h 46m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
3. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
5h 41m
£66–112

Holyhead to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Barnsley via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 4h 38m.

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