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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Newtown is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Newtown is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Newtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Newtown station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Meadowhall Interchange/A2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Newtown (Powys) via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Newtown?

The distance between Barnsley and Newtown is 168 miles. The road distance is 128.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Newtown without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 42m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Barnsley to Newtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Newtown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Newtown train from?

Barnsley to Newtown train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Newtown?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Newtown is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 42m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Barnsley to Newtown bus arrive?

Barnsley to Newtown bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Newtown train arrive?

Barnsley to Newtown train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Newtown is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Barnsley to Newtown.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newtown (Powys)train Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 42m
£76–126
Drive 128.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Newtowncar 128.1 mi
2h 28m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
7h 1m
£34–84
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys)train
4h 55m
£55–102
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus x76
8h 38m

Barnsley to Newtown by train

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Distance: 167.1 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Newtown, Powys, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Newtown (Powys) via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Meadowhall Interchange/A4, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 1m.

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