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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Dorset is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, London Victoria, Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Dorchester South via Sheffield, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Dorset?

The distance between Barnsley and Dorset is 325 miles. The road distance is 233.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 36m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Barnsley to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Dorset?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Dorset is to train via London which takes 7h 36m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 57m.

Where does the Barnsley to Dorset bus arrive?

Barnsley to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Barnsley to Dorset train arrive?

Barnsley to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Dorset is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Barnsley to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2455+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
7h 36m
£122–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London Victoriabus Ukx010 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035 / ...
10h 57m
£42–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
10h 27m
£61–105
Drive 232.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Dorsetcar 232.6 mi
4h 36m
£58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
8h 19m
£120–200

Barnsley to Dorset by train, foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 323 mi
Duration: 7h 36m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Sheffield, London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 7h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, London Victoria, Seldown Coach Station, Bus Station, and Tesco in around 10h 57m.

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