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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Shaftesbury is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 10h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A1 and arriving at The Town Hall via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Bus Station, Bus Station, Strode College and Gillingham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Sheffield, Reading and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Barnsley and Shaftesbury is 263 miles. The road distance is 209.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Shaftesbury without a car is to train via Reading which takes 7h 45m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Barnsley to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Shaftesbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Shaftesbury train from?

Barnsley to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Shaftesbury is to train via Reading which takes 7h 45m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Barnsley to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Barnsley to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Barnsley to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Shaftesbury is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Barnsley to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 571+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
7h 45m
£103–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strode College to Gillingham Stationbus 647
10h 25m
£31–48
Drive 208.3 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Shaftesburycar 208.3 mi
4h 3m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
7h 55m
£107–180
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
3. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Salisburytrain
4. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to The Town Hallbus 27
11h 43m
£78–149

Barnsley to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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Distance: 261.2 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to The Town Hall via Sheffield, Reading, Basingstoke, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A1 to The Town Hall via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, Glaston Road, Strode College, and Gillingham Station in around 10h 25m.

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