What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Windermere via Wakefield Kirkgate, Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Barnsley and Bowness-on-Windermere is 133 miles. The road distance is 94.7 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £50 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3341+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 11m
£50–98
Drive 94.2 mi
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1. Drive from Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 94.2 mi
2h 11m
£23–33
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 23m
£53–107
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Churchbus 755
5h 44m
£39–68

Barnsley to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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Distance: 132.6 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to St Martins Church via Wakefield Kirkgate, Manchester Piccadilly, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 5h 11m.

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