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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Barnsley is to bus and line 2 bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Barnsley is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Barnsley Interchange/A23 via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Barnsley via Kettering, Leicester and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Bedford to Barnsley?

The distance between Bedford and Barnsley is 131 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Bedford to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Barnsley bus from?

Bedford to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Barnsley train from?

Bedford to Barnsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Bedford to Barnsley is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h.

Where does the Bedford to Barnsley bus arrive?

Bedford to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A23 station.

Where does the Bedford to Barnsley train arrive?

Bedford to Barnsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Barnsley is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Bedford to Barnsley.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Barnsley?

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Bedford to Barnsley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kettering to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Barnsleytrain
3h 9m
£56–86
Bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes to Sheffield Interchange - City Centrebus Uk905
2. Take the bus from Waingate/CG12 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus 2 / ...
7h 19m
£20–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Barnsley Interchange/A23bus 564
5h
£22–39
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Barnsleycar 131.9 mi
2h 21m
£33–48
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Barnsleytrain Nottingham - Leeds
3h 45m
£52–84

Bedford to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 130.4 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Barnsley via Kettering, Leicester, and Sheffield in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Barnsley Interchange/A23 once daily. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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