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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Darlington is to bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Darlington is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Meadowhall Interchange/A2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Darlington via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Darlington?

The distance between Barnsley and Darlington is 98 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Barnsley to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Darlington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Darlington train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Darlington?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Darlington is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Barnsley to Darlington bus arrive?

Barnsley to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Barnsley to Darlington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Darlington is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Barnsley to Darlington.

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

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 13m
£34–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Dolphin Centrebus 591
3h 59m
£20–49
Drive 83.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Darlingtoncar 83.6 mi
1h 24m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Darlingtontrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 10m
£43–64

Barnsley to Darlington by train

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Distance: 97.3 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Darlington via Leeds in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Dolphin Centre once daily. Tickets cost £17–45 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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