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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Cambridge is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Cambridge is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Cambridge station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Drummer St Bus Station via Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Milton Keynes Coachway and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Ely via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Cambridge?

The distance between Barnsley and Cambridge is 141 miles. The road distance is 132.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Cambridge without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Barnsley to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Cambridge bus from?

Barnsley to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Cambridge train from?

Barnsley to Cambridge train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Cambridge is to bus which takes 7h 54m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Barnsley to Cambridge bus arrive?

Barnsley to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Barnsley to Cambridge train arrive?

Barnsley to Cambridge train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Cambridge is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Barnsley to Cambridge.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Cambridge by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11bus X19
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Cambridgetrain
3h 31m
£48–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 905
7h 54m
£31–72
Drive 131.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Cambridgecar 131.4 mi
2h 19m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Elytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 54m
£72–107

Barnsley to Cambridge by bus and train

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.9 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Drummer St Bus Station via Meadowhall Interchange/A4, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Bus Station in around 7h 54m. Alternatively, East Midlands Railways operates a train from Sheffield to Ely every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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