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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Atherstone is to bus which costs £12 - £24 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Atherstone is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at New Dolphin Inn via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, M&S and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Atherstone via Sheffield and Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Atherstone?

The distance between Barnsley and Atherstone is 84 miles. The road distance is 82.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Atherstone without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Barnsley to Atherstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Atherstone bus from?

Barnsley to Atherstone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Atherstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Atherstone?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Atherstone is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Barnsley to Atherstone bus arrive?

Barnsley to Atherstone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Asda station.

Where does the Barnsley to Atherstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Atherstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Atherstone is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Barnsley to Atherstone.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Tamworth High Leveltrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 9m
£38–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Asdabus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from M&S to Bus Stationbus Tz1
5h 15m
£12–23
Drive 82.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Atherstonecar 82.4 mi
1h 28m
£21–29

Barnsley to Atherstone by train

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Atherstone via Sheffield and Tamworth in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to New Dolphin Inn via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Asda, M&S, and Bus Station in around 5h 15m.

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