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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Barnsley is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Barnsley is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Barnsley via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Manchester to Barnsley?

The distance between Manchester and Barnsley is 58 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Manchester to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Barnsley bus from?

Manchester to Barnsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Barnsley train from?

Manchester to Barnsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Barnsley is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Manchester to Barnsley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Barnsley train arrive?

Manchester to Barnsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Barnsley is 36 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Manchester to Barnsley.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Barnsley?

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Manchester to Barnsley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 96 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Barnsleytrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
1h 28m
£18–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C4 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X17
2h 23m
£8–12
Train, line 96 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Regent Street/County Waybus 96B / ...
2h 26m
Drive 35.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Barnsleycar 35.3 mi
53 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Barnsleytaxi 35.3 mi
53 min
£150–190

Manchester to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 58.1 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barnsley via Sheffield in around 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Road/West Way via Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 2h 23m.

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