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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Northampton is to bus which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Northampton is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Coach Park via Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Northampton via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Northampton?

The distance between Barnsley and Northampton is 141 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Barnsley to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Northampton?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Northampton is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Barnsley to Northampton bus arrive?

Barnsley to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coach Park station.

Where does the Barnsley to Northampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Northampton is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Barnsley to Northampton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 20m
£62–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Coach Parkbus Ukn31
3h 29m
£13–21
Drive 110.3 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Northamptoncar 110.3 mi
1h 56m
£27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Market Harboroughtrain
3. Take the bus from Market Hall to Marriott Streetbus 77 / ...
3h 57m
£49–79
Bus via Sheffield Interchange - City Centre
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A1 to Sheffield Interchange/D4bus X17
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange - City Centre to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk905
4h 47m
£14–26

Barnsley to Northampton by train

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Distance: 140.5 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Northampton via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Coach Park every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 2h.

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