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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Barnsley is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Barnsley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Barnsley?

The distance between Ilkley and Barnsley is 44 miles. The road distance is 36.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Ilkley to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Barnsley bus from?

Ilkley to Barnsley bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Barnsley is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Ilkley to Barnsley bus arrive?

Ilkley to Barnsley bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Barnsley is 36 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Ilkley to Barnsley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
1h 34m
£17–32
Drive 35.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Barnsleycar 35.9 mi
1h 2m
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31 / ...
3h 9m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Barnsleytaxi 35.9 mi
1h 2m
£75–95

Ilkley to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 44 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Barnsley via Leeds in around 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Sheffield Road/West Way via Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 3h 9m.

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