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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Accrington is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Accrington is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Warner Street via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Accrington via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Accrington?

The distance between Barnsley and Accrington is 72 miles. The road distance is 48.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Barnsley to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Accrington bus from?

Barnsley to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Accrington train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Accrington?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Accrington is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £28 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Barnsley to Accrington bus arrive?

Barnsley to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Barnsley to Accrington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Accrington is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Barnsley to Accrington.

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

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Where can I stay near Accrington?

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Barnsley to Accrington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 268 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Accrington by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Accringtontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2h 46m
£28–55
Drive 48.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Accringtoncar 48.3 mi
1h 25m
£12–17
Bus, line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
3. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Accringtontrain
4h 17m
£18–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Accringtontaxi 48.3 mi
1h 25m
£100–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
4h 30m

Barnsley to Accrington by train

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Distance: 71.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Accrington via Leeds in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Warner Street via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 30m.

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