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

The cheapest way to get from Rossendale to Barnsley is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rossendale to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Rossendale and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Rossendale 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 11m.

Is there a direct train between Rossendale and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Rossendale to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Barnsley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Rossendale to Barnsley?

The distance between Rossendale and Barnsley is 71 miles. The road distance is 47 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rossendale to Barnsley without a car is to line 7 bus and train which takes 2h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Rossendale to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rossendale to Barnsley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rossendale to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Rossendale to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Rossendale to Barnsley is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Rossendale to Barnsley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rossendale to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rossendale to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Rossendale to Barnsley is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Rossendale to Barnsley.

Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1541+ hotels available in Barnsley.

Rossendale to Barnsley - 7 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Rossendale to Barnsley by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 7 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Turning Circle to Todmorden Bus Stationbus 7
2. Take the train from Todmorden to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain
2h 53m
Drive 46.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rossendale to Barnsleycar 46.7 mi
1h 18m
£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 11m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rossendale to Barnsleytaxi 46.7 mi
1h 18m
£95–120
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Barnsleytrain
3h 3m
Train
1. Take the train from Accrington to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
3h 16m
£29–51
Line 590 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A23bus 564
5h 6m

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Distance: 70.4 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Rossendale, 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 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Health Centre to Barnsley via Arrival Stand, Accrington, and Leeds in around 3h 16m.

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