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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Barnsley is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Barnsley is to drive which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station and arriving at Barnsley Interchange/A23. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Barnsley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Leeds to Barnsley?

The distance between Leeds and Barnsley is 28 miles. The road distance is 21.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £13.

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

The train from Leeds to Barnsley takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Barnsley bus from?

Leeds to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Leeds to Barnsley is to train which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 465 bus, which costs £5 - £10 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Leeds to Barnsley bus arrive?

Leeds to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A23 station.

Where does the Leeds to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Barnsley is 22 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Leeds to Barnsley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1410+ hotels available in Barnsley.

Leeds to Barnsley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 465 bus, car, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Leeds to Barnsley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to BarnsleyLeeds - Sheffield / ...
49 min
£6–13
Line 465 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Barnsley Interchange/A23465
55 min
£5–10
Drive 21.8 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Barnsley21.8 mi
25 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds to Barnsley21.8 mi
25 min
£80–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk001 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C4 to Sheffield Road/West WayX17
1h 31m
£7–17

Leeds to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 28.1 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Barnsley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Barnsley Interchange/A23 twice daily. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 55 min.

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