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

The cheapest way to get from Darwen to Barnsley is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwen to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Darwen and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Darwen to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Darwen and arriving at Barnsley via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Darwen to Barnsley?

The distance between Darwen and Barnsley is 66 miles. The road distance is 53.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darwen to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Darwen to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Barnsley bus from?

Darwen to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Darwen to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Darwen to Barnsley is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 540 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Darwen to Barnsley bus arrive?

Darwen to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Darwen to Barnsley train arrive?

Darwen to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Darwen to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwen to Barnsley is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Darwen to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Darwen to Barnsley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 425 bus, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Darwen and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwen to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Town Centre and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darwen to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Barnsleytrain
2h 54m
£20–38
Drive 53.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darwen to Barnsleycar 53.1 mi
1h 23m
£14–19
Train, line 425 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Bradford Interchangetrain
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 425
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
4h 37m
£17–32
Line 540 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Town Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
4h 45m
£16–31

Darwen to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 65.6 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Darwen to Barnsley via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Centre to Sheffield Road/West Way via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 4h 45m.

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