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 28 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 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

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 22.9 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 £11 - £21.

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 £11 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £19 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Leeds to Barnsley bus arrive?

Leeds to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A2 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 23 miles. It takes approximately 28 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?

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There are 4 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 Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
49 min
£11–21
Drive 22.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leeds to Barnsleycar 22.7 mi
28 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C4 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X17
1h 32m
£9–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds to Barnsleytaxi 22.7 mi
28 min
£85–110

Leeds to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 28.2 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 £11–21 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sheffield Road/West Way via Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 1h 32m.

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