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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Essex is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Essex is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Essex. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Polecat Road via Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Golders Green Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Essex. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at White Notley via Sheffield, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Essex?

The distance between Barnsley and Essex is 225 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Essex without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Barnsley to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Essex?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Essex is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Barnsley to Essex bus arrive?

Barnsley to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Essex is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Barnsley to Essex.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h 56m
£112–188
Drive 167.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Essexcar 167.5 mi
3h 15m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Golders Green Stationbus 561 / ...
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
7h 25m
£44–103
Bus, train
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 Stansted Airporttrain
5h 23m
£64–106
Train via Leicester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 25m
£105–163

Barnsley to Essex by train and subway

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Distance: 223.6 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to White Notley via Sheffield, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Polecat Road via Meadowhall Interchange/A4, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 7h 25m.

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