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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Barnsley is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Barnsley is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Barnsley. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Barnsley?

The distance between Gainsborough and Barnsley is 49 miles. The road distance is 36.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £30.

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

The train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Barnsley takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Barnsley bus from?

Gainsborough to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Barnsley train from?

Gainsborough to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Barnsley is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Gainsborough to Barnsley bus arrive?

Gainsborough to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Barnsley is 37 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Gainsborough to Barnsley.

Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Barnsley.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Barnsleytrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
1h 23m
£16–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X19
2h 19m
£8–11
Drive 36.3 mi
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Barnsleycar 36.3 mi
54 min
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gainsborough to Barnsleytaxi 36.3 mi
54 min
£160–190

Gainsborough to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 48.9 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Barnsley, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Barnsley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Sheffield Road/West Way via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 in around 2h 19m.

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