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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Preston is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Preston. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Preston via Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Preston?

The distance between Barnsley and Preston is 90 miles. The road distance is 67.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Preston without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 52m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Barnsley to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Barnsley to Preston train arrive?

Barnsley to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Preston is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Barnsley to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2288+ hotels available in Preston.

Barnsley to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 268 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain
2h 52m
£26–57
Drive 67 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Prestoncar 67 mi
1h 31m
£17–24
Bus, line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
3. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Prestontrain
4h 49m
£21–42
Train
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 16m
£29–57

Barnsley to Preston by train

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2h 52mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.2 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Preston via Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road in around 2h 52m.

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