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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Barnsley is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Barnsley via Grantham, Doncaster and Meadowhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Barnsley?

The distance between Sleaford and Barnsley is 96 miles. The road distance is 69 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Sleaford to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Barnsley train from?

Sleaford to Barnsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.

Where does the Sleaford to Barnsley train arrive?

Sleaford to Barnsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Barnsley is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Sleaford to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1543+ hotels available in Barnsley.

Sleaford to Barnsley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 31 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Meadowhalltrain
2h 37m
£33–58
Drive 68.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sleaford to Barnsleycar 68.6 mi
1h 22m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 27
2. Take the train from Grantham to Doncastertrain
3. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus X19
2h 59m
£21–33
Train via Lincoln Central
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Lincoln Centraltrain Peterborough - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Barnsleytrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
3h 15m
£36–60
Line 31 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Central Bus Stationbus 31 / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Barnsleytrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
3h 49m
£29–50

Sleaford to Barnsley by train

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2h 37mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.4 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Barnsley via Grantham, Doncaster, and Meadowhall in around 2h 37m.

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