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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Helmsley is to train and bus via Wakefield Kirkgate which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Helmsley is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Malton via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Helmsley?

The distance between Barnsley and Helmsley is 91 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Helmsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £90 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Barnsley to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Helmsley train from?

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

Where does the Barnsley to Helmsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Helmsley is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Barnsley to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 826+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Barnsley to Helmsley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 96 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Barnsley to Helmsley 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 Maltontrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2h 51m
£92–130
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11bus X19
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
3h 46m
£15–29
Drive 67.1 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Helmsleycar 67.1 mi
1h 18m
£17–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
3h 36m
£19–37
Train, bus via Wakefield Kirkgate
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
3h 55m
£15–24
Line 96 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Street/Market Hill to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 96B / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
4h 58m

Barnsley to Helmsley by bus and train

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Distance: 90.3 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Helmsley via Leeds and Malton in around 2h 51m.

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