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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Bus Station via Meadowhall Interchange/A2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Shrewsbury via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Barnsley and Shrewsbury is 135 miles. The road distance is 94.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Shrewsbury without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 13m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Barnsley to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Shrewsbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Shrewsbury is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 13m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Barnsley to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Barnsley to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Barnsley to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Shrewsbury is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Barnsley to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 13m
£60–111
Drive 94.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Shrewsburycar 94.2 mi
2h 25m
£23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
6h 1m
£27–67
Train
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Shrewsburytrain
3h 19m
£42–79

Barnsley to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 133.8 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Shrewsbury via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Bus Station via Meadowhall Interchange/A4, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 1m.

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