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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Barnsley is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Barnsley is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Birmingham Coach Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Barnsley via Stockport and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Barnsley?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Barnsley is 110 miles. The road distance is 94.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Shrewsbury to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Barnsley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Barnsley train from?

Shrewsbury to Barnsley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Barnsley is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Barnsley bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Barnsley train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Barnsley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Barnsley is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Shrewsbury to Barnsley.

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

Book your Shrewsbury to Barnsley train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Barnsley.

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

How to get fromShrewsbury to Barnsley

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Barnsleytrain
2h 41m
£42–79
Drive 93.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Barnsleycar 93.9 mi
2h 24m
£23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
5h 30m
£27–66
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 4m
£60–108

Shrewsbury to Barnsley by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 41mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shrewsbury to Barnsley.

Launch map view

Distance: 109.6 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Barnsley via Stockport and Sheffield in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sheffield Road/West Way via Birmingham Coach Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 5h 30m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.