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

The cheapest way to get from Royston to Barnsley is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Royston to Barnsley is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Royston and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Royston to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Royston and arriving at Barnsley via Stevenage, Doncaster and Meadowhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Royston to Barnsley?

The distance between Royston and Barnsley is 173 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Royston to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Royston to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royston to Barnsley train from?

Royston to Barnsley train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Royston station.

Where does the Royston to Barnsley train arrive?

Royston to Barnsley train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Stevenage station.

Can I drive from Royston to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Royston to Barnsley is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Royston to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Royston to Stevenagetrain
2. Take the train from Stevenage to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Meadowhalltrain
4. Take the train from Meadowhall to Barnsleytrain
3h 19m
£40–91
Drive 135.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Royston to Barnsleycar 135.7 mi
2h 29m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Barnsleytrain Nottingham - Leeds
7h 23m
£42–78
Train via Ely
1. Take the train from Royston to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2. Take the train from Ely to Sheffieldtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 5m
£73–112

Royston to Barnsley by train

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3h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Royston, Hertfordshire, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Royston to Barnsley via Stevenage, Doncaster, and Meadowhall in around 3h 19m.

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