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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 11 and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Barnsley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Barnsley?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Barnsley is 104 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Barnsley bus from?

Middlesbrough to Barnsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Barnsley train from?

Middlesbrough to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Barnsley is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Barnsley bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Barnsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Barnsley train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Barnsley is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Middlesbrough to Barnsley.

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

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

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Middlesbrough to Barnsley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Leedstrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2h 34m
£38–64
Bus via Leeds City Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
3h 42m
£11–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukx010
3h 9m
£13–21
Drive 85.2 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Barnsleycar 85.2 mi
1h 26m
£21–31

Middlesbrough to Barnsley by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 103.9 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Barnsley via Leeds in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 3 times a day. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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