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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Barnsley is to line 99 bus and bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Barnsley is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Retford and arriving at Barnsley. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Retford to Barnsley?

The distance between Retford and Barnsley is 39 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £7 - £10.

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

The train from Retford to Barnsley takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Retford to Barnsley bus from?

Retford to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from The Square station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Retford to Barnsley is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 99 bus and bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Retford to Barnsley bus arrive?

Retford to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Retford to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Barnsley is 33 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Retford to Barnsley.

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

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Retford to Barnsley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 99 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Barnsleytrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
1h 8m
£7–10
Line 99 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X19
1h 43m
£6–8
Drive 32.9 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Barnsleycar 32.9 mi
42 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Retford to Barnsleytaxi 32.9 mi
42 min
£70–85

Retford to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Retford to Barnsley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Sheffield Road/West Way via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 in around 1h 43m.

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