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 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 2h.

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 2h and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

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.

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 3598+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Barnsley to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Greater Manchester by train, 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 / ...
2h
£19–39
Drive 35.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Greater Manchestercar 35.1 mi
54 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Greater Manchestertaxi 35.1 mi
54 min
£150–190
Train via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Huddersfieldtrain Sheffield - Huddersfield / ...
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 29m
£16–26

Barnsley to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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Distance: 59.9 mi
Duration: 2h

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 2h.

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