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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Rugby is to bus and line 86 bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Rugby is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Bennett Street via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, M&S and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Rugby via Sheffield and Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Rugby?

The distance between Barnsley and Rugby is 104 miles. The road distance is 95.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Barnsley to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Rugby?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Rugby is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 86 bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Barnsley to Rugby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnsley to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Rugby is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Barnsley to Rugby.

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

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Tamworth High Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Tamworth to Rugbytrain
3h 27m
£45–79
Bus, line 86 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Leicesterbus
2. Take the bus from M&S to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X6
3. Take the bus from Transport Museum to Bennett Streetbus 86
6h 2m
£14–22
Train, line 84 bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Welford Place to George Streetbus 84 / ...
5h 29m
£38–67
Drive 94.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Rugbycar 94.9 mi
1h 38m
£24–34

Barnsley to Rugby by train

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Distance: 103.5 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Rugby via Sheffield and Tamworth in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Bennett Street via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Leicester, M&S, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and Transport Museum in around 6h 2m.

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