What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Horton Road via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Barnsley and Greater Manchester is 60 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £23 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Greater Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Barnsley to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Barnsley to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Barnsley to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Greater Manchester is 35 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Barnsley to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3640+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 58m
£23–48
Drive 35.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Greater Manchestercar 35.1 mi
54 min
£9–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Sheffield Interchange/D4bus X17
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 33m
£20–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Greater Manchestertaxi 35.1 mi
54 min
£75–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 31m
£16–32

Barnsley to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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Distance: 59.9 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to St Mary's via Sheffield, Manchester Oxford Road, and Oxford Road Station in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Horton Road via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leeds City Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 3h 31m.

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