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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Barnsley is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Barnsley is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Asda and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Barnsley via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Reading to Barnsley?

The distance between Reading and Barnsley is 185 miles. The road distance is 173.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Reading to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Barnsley bus from?

Reading to Barnsley bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Barnsley train from?

Reading to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Reading to Barnsley is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Barnsley bus arrive?

Reading to Barnsley bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Barnsley train arrive?

Reading to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Reading to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Barnsley is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Reading to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1426+ hotels available in Barnsley.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 19m
£46–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Asdabus
3. Take the bus from Asda to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
6h 35m
£43–74
Drive 172.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Barnsleycar 172.8 mi
3h 6m
£43–61
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
5h 4m
£78–269

Reading to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 183.9 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Sheffield every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–170 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Sheffield Road/West Way via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Asda, and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 6h 35m.

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