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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Rossendale is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Rossendale is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Rossendale. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A23 and arriving at Lench Road via Halifax Bus Station and Rochdale Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Rossendale. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Rossendale?

The distance between Barnsley and Rossendale is 73 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Rossendale without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Barnsley to Rossendale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Rossendale bus from?

Barnsley to Rossendale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A23 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Rossendale train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Rossendale?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Rossendale is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus via Halifax Bus Station, which costs and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Barnsley to Rossendale bus arrive?

Barnsley to Rossendale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Halifax Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Rossendale train arrive?

Barnsley to Rossendale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Rossendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Rossendale is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Barnsley to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 3074+ hotels available in Rossendale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 8m
£26–48
Drive 46.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Rossendalecar 46.2 mi
1h 17m
£12–17
Bus via Halifax Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Halifax Bus Stationbus 564
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Rochdale Interchangebus 587
3h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Rossendaletaxi 46.2 mi
1h 17m
£95–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus X43
3h 54m

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Distance: 72.5 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Asda via Leeds, Burnley Manchester Road, and Railway Station in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Lench Road via Halifax Bus Station and Rochdale Interchange in around 3h 50m.

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