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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Barnsley is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Barnsley is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Barnsley via Ely and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Barnsley?

The distance between Ipswich and Barnsley is 180 miles. The road distance is 175.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Barnsley without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 45m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Ipswich to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Barnsley train from?

Ipswich to Barnsley train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Where does the Ipswich to Barnsley train arrive?

Ipswich to Barnsley train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Barnsley is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Ipswich to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1558+ hotels available in Barnsley.

Ipswich to Barnsley - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ipswich to Barnsley by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain
3. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X19
3h 45m
£64–120
Drive 174.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Barnsleycar 174.4 mi
3h 29m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Elytrain Ipswich - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Ely to Sheffieldtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 26m
£85–128

Ipswich to Barnsley by train and bus

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3h 45mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Barnsley via Ely and Sheffield in around 5h 26m.

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