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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Sunderland is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Interchange via Meadowhall Interchange/A2 and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Sunderland via Leeds and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Sunderland?

The distance between Barnsley and Sunderland is 146 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Barnsley to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Meadowhall Interchange/A2, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Barnsley to Sunderland bus arrive?

Barnsley to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Sunderland is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Barnsley to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Sunderland 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 Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 33m
£42–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Interchangebus Uk010
4h 39m
£13–22
Bus via Meadowhall Interchange/A2
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
4h 26m
£17–36
Drive 110.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Sunderlandcar 110.2 mi
1h 51m
£28–40
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Thornabytrain
3. Take the train from Thornaby to Sunderlandtrain
4h 10m
£40–71

Barnsley to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 144.7 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Sunderland via Leeds and Newcastle in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Interchange via Meadowhall Interchange/A4, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 4h 26m.

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