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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Barnsley is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Milton Rd and arriving at Schwäbisch Gmünd Wy via Alton Towers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Barnsley via Liverpool South Parkway and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Barnsley?

The distance between Runcorn and Barnsley is 95 miles. The road distance is 61.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £27 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Runcorn to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Barnsley bus from?

Runcorn to Barnsley bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, depart from Liverpool Milton Rd station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Barnsley train from?

Runcorn to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool South Parkway station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Barnsley is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £27 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Runcorn to Barnsley bus arrive?

Runcorn to Barnsley bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Alton Towers station.

Where does the Runcorn to Barnsley train arrive?

Runcorn to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Barnsley is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Runcorn to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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There are 3 ways to get from Runcorn to Barnsley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Barnsleytrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2h 47m
£27–61
Drive 61.6 mi
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1. Drive from Runcorn to Barnsleycar 61.6 mi
1h 17m
£16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool Milton Rd to Alton Towersbus
2. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Schwäbisch Gmünd Wybus
4h 40m

Runcorn to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 94.3 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Barnsley via Liverpool South Parkway and Sheffield in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool Milton Rd to Schwäbisch Gmünd Wy via Alton Towers in around 4h 40m.

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