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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley is to bus which costs £10 - £35 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Express Lounge and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Barnsley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Barnsley?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Barnsley is 104 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £25 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Barnsley bus from?

Middlesbrough to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £25 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus via Meadowhall Interchange/C4, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Barnsley bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Barnsley is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Middlesbrough to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to LeedsRedcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to BarnsleyLeeds - Sheffield / ...
2h 51m
£25–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Station110 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A1359 / ...
3h 21m
£11–30
Bus via Meadowhall Interchange/C4
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk001 / ...
3h 14m
£14–39
Drive 85.2 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Barnsley85.2 mi
1h 25m
£21–31

Middlesbrough to Barnsley by train

104Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 103.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Barnsley via Leeds in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Sheffield Road/West Way via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 3h 14m.

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