What is the cheapest way to get from Doncaster Station to Barnsley?

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster Station to Barnsley is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Doncaster Station to Barnsley?

The fastest way to get from Doncaster Station to Barnsley is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster Station and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 and arriving at Doncaster Road/Waltham Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster Station and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Doncaster Station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Doncaster and arriving at Barnsley via Meadowhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Doncaster Station to Barnsley?

The distance between Doncaster Station and Barnsley is 27 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

How do I travel from Doncaster Station to Barnsley without a car?

The best way to get from Doncaster Station to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Doncaster Station to Barnsley?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Doncaster Station to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Doncaster Station to Barnsley bus from?

Doncaster Station to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster Station to Barnsley train from?

Doncaster Station to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Doncaster Station to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Doncaster Station to Barnsley is to train which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Doncaster Station to Barnsley bus arrive?

Doncaster Station to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Doncaster Road/Waltham Street station.

Where does the Doncaster Station to Barnsley train arrive?

Doncaster Station to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Meadowhall station.

Can I drive from Doncaster Station to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster Station to Barnsley is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Doncaster Station to Barnsley.

How do I get a train ticket from Doncaster Station to Barnsley?

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Meadowhalltrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Barnsleytrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
52 min
£8–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Doncaster Road/Waltham Streetbus X19
57 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Doncaster Station to Barnsleytaxi 16.8 mi
28 min
£75–95
Drive 16.8 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster Station to Barnsleycar 16.8 mi
28 min
£5–6
Bus via Cleveland Street/St James Street
1. Take the bus from Cleveland Street/St James Street to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X20
1h 17m

Doncaster Station to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Doncaster Station, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Doncaster to Barnsley via Meadowhall in around 52 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Doncaster Road/Waltham Street hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 48 min. Globe Coaches also services this route every 3 hours.

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