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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Scarborough is to bus and train via York which costs £15 - £30 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Scarborough is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Scarborough via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Scarborough?

The distance between Barnsley and Scarborough is 96 miles. The road distance is 80.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Barnsley to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Scarborough train from?

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

Where does the Barnsley to Scarborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Scarborough is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Barnsley to Scarborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1932+ hotels available in Scarborough.

Barnsley to Scarborough - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Scarboroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2h 56m
£28–52
Bus, train via York
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11bus X19
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Railway Station Stop Vbus 843
4h 4m
£15–29
Drive 79.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Scarboroughcar 79.7 mi
1h 49m
£20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Road/Taylor Row to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11bus X19
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Scarboroughtrain Sheffield - Scarborough
3h 59m
£33–64

Barnsley to Scarborough by train

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Distance: 95.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Scarborough via Leeds in around 2h 56m.

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