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

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Barnsley is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Barnsley is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Barnsley via Stockport and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Altrincham to Barnsley?

The distance between Altrincham and Barnsley is 61 miles. The road distance is 43.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Altrincham to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Altrincham to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Barnsley train from?

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

Where does the Altrincham to Barnsley train arrive?

Altrincham to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Barnsley is 43 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Altrincham to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Altrincham to Barnsley - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Altrincham to Barnsley by train, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Barnsleytrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2h 3m
£18–38
Drive 43.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Altrincham to Barnsleycar 43.2 mi
59 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altrincham to Barnsleytaxi 43.2 mi
59 min
£190–230
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Victoriatram
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Barnsleytrain
2h 46m
£16–29

Altrincham to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 61 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Altrincham to Barnsley via Stockport and Sheffield in around 2h 3m.

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