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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Barnsley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Barnsley is to train which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kirkgate C and arriving at Barnsley Interchange/A13. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Barnsley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Barnsley?

The distance between Wakefield and Barnsley is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsley takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Barnsley bus from?

Wakefield to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Kirkgate C station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Barnsley is to train which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h.

Where does the Wakefield to Barnsley bus arrive?

Wakefield to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A13 station.

Where does the Wakefield to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Barnsley is 11 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Wakefield to Barnsley.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wakefield to Barnsley?

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
18 min
£5–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate C to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
1h
£3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Barnsleytaxi 11 mi
19 min
£25–31
Drive 11 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Barnsleycar 11 mi
19 min
£3–4

Wakefield to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 11 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Kirkgate C to Barnsley Interchange/A13 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h. Two other operators also service this route.

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