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

The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Barnsley is to line 152 bus and bus which costs £7 - £16 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Scunthorpe and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Scunthorpe station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Scunthorpe and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe and arriving at Barnsley via Meadowhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Scunthorpe to Barnsley?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Barnsley is 50 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Scunthorpe to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Barnsley bus from?

Scunthorpe to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Barnsley train from?

Scunthorpe to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scunthorpe station.

Train or bus from Scunthorpe to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Barnsley is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 152 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £16 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Barnsley bus arrive?

Scunthorpe to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Barnsley train arrive?

Scunthorpe to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Meadowhall station.

Can I drive from Scunthorpe to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Scunthorpe to Barnsley is 40 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Scunthorpe to Barnsley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Meadowhalltrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Barnsleytrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
1h 24m
£17–33
Line 152 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7bus 152
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X19
1h 50m
£8–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Doncastertrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X19
1h 28m
£11–20
Drive 39.8 mi
1. Drive from Scunthorpe to Barnsleycar 39.8 mi
1h
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Scunthorpe to Barnsleytaxi 39.8 mi
1h
£170–210

Scunthorpe to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 50.2 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Barnsley via Meadowhall in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sheffield Road/West Way via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 in around 1h 50m.

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