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

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Barnsley is to line 425 bus and bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Barnsley is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bradford station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bradford Interchange Bus Station and arriving at Barnsley Interchange/A13 via Wakefield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bradford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bradford Interchange and arriving at Barnsley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Bradford to Barnsley?

The distance between Bradford and Barnsley is 37 miles. The road distance is 25 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bradford to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £12 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Bradford to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Barnsley bus from?

Bradford to Barnsley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bradford Interchange Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Bradford to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Bradford to Barnsley is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £12 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 425 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Bradford to Barnsley bus arrive?

Bradford to Barnsley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wakefield Bus Station.

Where does the Bradford to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bradford to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Barnsley is 25 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Bradford to Barnsley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Bradford to Barnsley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 72 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Leedstrain Halifax - Hull / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
1h 25m
£12–22
Line 425 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 425
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
2h 30m
£5–8
Line 72 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Little Germany to Civic Lbus 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2h 1m
Drive 24.9 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Barnsleycar 24.9 mi
40 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bradford to Barnsleytaxi 24.9 mi
40 min
£110–140

Bradford to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 37.2 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Barnsley via Leeds in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13 via Wakefield Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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