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

The cheapest way to get from Rawtenstall to Barnsley is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rawtenstall to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Rawtenstall and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Rawtenstall station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bus station and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Rawtenstall and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Rawtenstall to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Barnsley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Rawtenstall to Barnsley?

The distance between Rawtenstall and Barnsley is 64 miles. The road distance is 46.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rawtenstall to Barnsley without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Rawtenstall to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rawtenstall to Barnsley bus from?

Rawtenstall to Barnsley bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus station.

Where do I catch the Rawtenstall to Barnsley train from?

Rawtenstall to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Train or bus from Rawtenstall to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Rawtenstall to Barnsley is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Rawtenstall to Barnsley bus arrive?

Rawtenstall to Barnsley bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Rawtenstall to Barnsley train arrive?

Rawtenstall to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Rawtenstall to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Rawtenstall to Barnsley is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Rawtenstall to Barnsley.

Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Rawtenstall to Barnsley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Rawtenstall to Barnsley by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Printworksbus X43
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Barnsleytrain
2h 54m
Drive 46.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rawtenstall to Barnsleycar 46.1 mi
1h 13m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk079
4h 37m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rawtenstall to Barnsleytaxi 46.1 mi
1h 13m
£95–120
Train
1. Take the train from Accrington to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
3h 25m
£29–52
Line 464 bus, line 590 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rochdale Interchangebus 464
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Stationbus 590
3. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A23bus 564
5h 25m

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Distance: 63.3 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Bus station to Sheffield Road/West Way via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Barnsley via Arrival Stand, Accrington, and Leeds in around 3h 25m.

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