What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to South Shields is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to South Shields is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A1 and arriving at Interchange via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and South Shields?

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

How far is it from Barnsley to South Shields?

The distance between Barnsley and South Shields is 137 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to South Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to South Shields?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to South Shields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to South Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to South Shields?

The best way to get from Barnsley to South Shields is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £25 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Barnsley to South Shields bus arrive?

Barnsley to South Shields bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Barnsley to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to South Shields is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Barnsley to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1946+ hotels available in South Shields.

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnsley to South Shields 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 Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 56m
£41–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk010
5h 3m
£16–24
Drive 118.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to South Shieldscar 118.2 mi
2h 1m
£30–43

Barnsley to South Shields by train and subway

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.7 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to South Shields via Leeds, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Sunderland Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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