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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby to Barnsley is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkby to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Kirkby and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkby to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane and arriving at Barnsley via Rochdale and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Kirkby to Barnsley?

The distance between Kirkby and Barnsley is 87 miles. The road distance is 64.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkby to Barnsley without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 49m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Kirkby to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Barnsley train from?

Kirkby to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane station.

Where does the Kirkby to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkby to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby to Barnsley is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Kirkby to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Barnsley.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Barnsleytrain
3h 49m
£30–53
Drive 64.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkby to Barnsleycar 64.4 mi
1h 31m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Rochdaletrain
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain
3h 57m
£43–78

Kirkby to Barnsley by bus and train

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3h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.4 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Kirkby, Knowsley, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Barnsley via Rochdale and Leeds in around 3h 57m.

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