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

The cheapest way to get from Keswick to Barnsley is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Keswick to Barnsley is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Keswick and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Keswick to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Greta Bank and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Bus Station, Carlisle and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Keswick and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Keswick to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Barnsley via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Keswick to Barnsley?

The distance between Keswick and Barnsley is 180 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Keswick to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Keswick to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keswick to Barnsley bus from?

Keswick to Barnsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Keswick to Barnsley train from?

Keswick to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Keswick to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Keswick to Barnsley is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Keswick to Barnsley bus arrive?

Keswick to Barnsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where does the Keswick to Barnsley train arrive?

Keswick to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Keswick to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Keswick to Barnsley is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Keswick to Barnsley.

Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1539+ hotels available in Barnsley.

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There are 5 ways to get from Keswick to Barnsley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 57m
£59–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Ukn31
7h 48m
£23–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Greta Bank to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Dent Stationbus S1
3. Take the train from Dent to Barnsleytrain
6h 38m
Drive 115.3 mi
1. Drive from Keswick to Barnsleycar 115.3 mi
2h 41m
£29–41
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain
5h 24m
£62–112

Keswick to Barnsley by bus and train

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Distance: 178.7 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Keswick, Cumbria, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a bus from Greta Bank to Barnsley via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Carlisle to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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