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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Barnsley is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Barnsley is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Barnsley Interchange/A23 via Halifax Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Barnsley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Barnsley?

The distance between Rochdale and Barnsley is 68 miles. The road distance is 36 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Rochdale to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Barnsley bus from?

Rochdale to Barnsley bus services, operated by Team Pennine, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Barnsley is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 587 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Rochdale to Barnsley bus arrive?

Rochdale to Barnsley bus services, operated by Team Pennine, arrive at Halifax Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Rochdale to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochdale to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Barnsley is 36 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Rochdale to Barnsley.

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

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Rochdale to Barnsley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 587 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2h 19m
£27–49
Drive 35.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochdale to Barnsleycar 35.8 mi
54 min
£9–13
Line 587 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Station Entrancebus 587
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A23bus 564
3h 43m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Barnsleytaxi 35.8 mi
54 min
£75–90
Line 590 bus, line 549 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to John William Streetbus 549
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Barnsleytrain
4h 14m

Rochdale to Barnsley by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Barnsley via Leeds in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Barnsley Interchange/A23 via Halifax Bus Station Entrance and Halifax Bus Station in around 3h 43m.

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