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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Luton is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Luton is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Meadowhall Interchange/A2 and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Luton. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Luton via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Luton?

The distance between Barnsley and Luton is 151 miles. The road distance is 143.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Luton without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £65 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Barnsley to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Luton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Luton train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Luton?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Luton is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £65 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Barnsley to Luton bus arrive?

Barnsley to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Barnsley to Luton train arrive?

Barnsley to Luton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Luton station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Luton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Barnsley to Luton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Lutontrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
3h 30m
£65–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 240 / ...
6h 6m
£21–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11bus X19
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Stevenagetrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 101 / ...
3h 52m
£29–67
Drive 142.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Lutoncar 142.5 mi
2h 23m
£36–51
Train via Kettering
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Lutontrain
3h 33m
£62–96

Barnsley to Luton by train

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Distance: 150 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Sheffield to Luton twice a week. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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