What is the cheapest way to get from South Yorkshire to Barnsley?

The cheapest way to get from South Yorkshire to Barnsley is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Yorkshire to Barnsley?

The fastest way to get from South Yorkshire to Barnsley is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between South Yorkshire and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from South Yorkshire to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Braithwell Road/Cedar Drive and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Rotherham Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from South Yorkshire to Barnsley?

The distance between South Yorkshire and Barnsley is 22 miles. The road distance is 16.4 miles.

How do I travel from South Yorkshire to Barnsley without a car?

The best way to get from South Yorkshire to Barnsley without a car is to taxi and train which takes 39 min and costs £45 - £60.

How long does it take to get from South Yorkshire to Barnsley?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from South Yorkshire to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Yorkshire to Barnsley bus from?

South Yorkshire to Barnsley bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from Braithwell Road/Cedar Drive station.

Where does the South Yorkshire to Barnsley bus arrive?

South Yorkshire to Barnsley bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Rotherham Interchange/C4 station.

Can I drive from South Yorkshire to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between South Yorkshire to Barnsley is 16 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from South Yorkshire to Barnsley.

Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1532+ hotels available in Barnsley.

South Yorkshire to Barnsley - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from South Yorkshire to Barnsley by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from South Yorkshire to Meadowhalltaxi
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Barnsleytrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
39 min
£46–58
Drive 16.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Yorkshire to Barnsleycar 16.3 mi
28 min
£4–6
Line 116 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Braithwell Road/Cedar Drive to Rotherham Interchange/C4bus 116
2. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/B6 to Meadowhall Interchange/A3bus X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Barnsleytrain
1h 18m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Yorkshire to Barnsleytaxi 16.3 mi
28 min
£35–45
Line 116 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Braithwell Road/Cedar Drive to Rotherham Interchange/C4bus 116
2. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/A3 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus 218 / ...
1h 40m
Line 116 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Braithwell Road/Cedar Drive to Rotherham Interchange/C4bus 116
2. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/B5 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus 7
1h 46m

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between South Yorkshire, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a bus from Braithwell Road/Cedar Drive to Sheffield Road/West Way via Rotherham Interchange/C4 and Rotherham Interchange/A3 in around 1h 40m.

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