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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Barnsley is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Barnsley is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via London Victoria and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Barnsley via Cheltenham Spa and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Swindon to Barnsley?

The distance between Swindon and Barnsley is 181 miles. The road distance is 163.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Swindon to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Barnsley bus from?

Swindon to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Barnsley train from?

Swindon to Barnsley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Swindon to Barnsley is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Swindon to Barnsley bus arrive?

Swindon to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Swindon to Barnsley train arrive?

Swindon to Barnsley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Barnsley is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Swindon to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Swindon to Barnsley - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Barnsley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
4h 30m
£42–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 561 / ...
7h 9m
£27–71
Drive 162.7 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Barnsleycar 162.7 mi
3h 6m
£40–58

Swindon to Barnsley by train

109Weekly Trains

4h 30mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 179.6 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Barnsley via Cheltenham Spa and Sheffield in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Sheffield Road/West Way via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 7h 9m.

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