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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Shildon is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Shildon is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A1 and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Meadowhall Interchange/A2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Shildon via Leeds and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Shildon?

The distance between Barnsley and Shildon is 100 miles. The road distance is 90.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Barnsley to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Shildon bus from?

Barnsley to Shildon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Shildon?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Shildon is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Barnsley to Shildon bus arrive?

Barnsley to Shildon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Barnsley to Shildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Shildon is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Barnsley to Shildon.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnsley to Shildon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Nottingham - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 51m
£29–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Dolphin Centrebus 591
5h 15m
£18–34
Drive 89.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Shildoncar 89.7 mi
1h 32m
£23–32

Barnsley to Shildon by train

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Distance: 99.8 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Shildon via Leeds and Darlington in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Dolphin Centre once daily. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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