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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Penrith is to bus via Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Penrith is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange and arriving at Penrith via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Penrith?

The distance between Barnsley and Penrith is 138 miles. The road distance is 110.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Penrith without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs £17 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Barnsley to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Penrith bus from?

Barnsley to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Penrith train from?

Barnsley to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Penrith?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Penrith is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs £17 - £30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Barnsley to Penrith bus arrive?

Barnsley to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Penrith station.

Where does the Barnsley to Penrith train arrive?

Barnsley to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Penrith is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Barnsley to Penrith.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnsley to Penrith?

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Penrithbus Ukn31
4h 5m
£18–29
Bus via Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Booth's Supermarketbus Ukn31
4h 14m
£16–25
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 19m
£56–111
Drive 109.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Penrithcar 109.4 mi
2h 23m
£27–39
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain
4h 26m
£59–109

Barnsley to Penrith by train and bus

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4h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Penrith once daily. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnsley to Penrith North Lakes via Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road in around 4h 19m.

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