What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Barnsley via Stalybridge and Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Barnsley is 45 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £15 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Cavendish Street station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Stalybridge station.

Train or bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 219 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley is 30 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley?

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 219 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stalybridge to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2h 8m
£16–29
Drive 29.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsleycar 29.6 mi
46 min
£8–11
Line 219 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cavendish Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 216 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
4h 6m
£16–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsleytaxi 29.6 mi
46 min
£60–75
Train via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from Stalybridge to Huddersfieldtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Barnsleytrain Huddersfield - Sheffield / ...
2h 26m
£16–28
Line 350 bus, line 184 bus, bus, line 94 bus
1. Take the bus from Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange to Spiritualist Churchbus 350 / ...
2. Take the bus from Spiritualist Church to Huddersfield Bus Stationbus 184
3. Take the bus from Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station to Denby Dale Rail Stationbus D1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Denby Dale Rail Station to Regent Street/County Waybus 94
4h 33m

Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 44.4 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley via Stalybridge and Wakefield Kirkgate in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cavendish Street to Sheffield Road/West Way via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 4h 6m.

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