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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Barnsley is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Stafford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Stafford to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Cope Street and arriving at Schwäbisch Gmünd Wy via Bus Station and Alton Towers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Barnsley via Stockport and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Stafford to Barnsley?

The distance between Stafford and Barnsley is 101 miles. The road distance is 71.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Barnsley without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Stafford to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Barnsley bus from?

Stafford to Barnsley bus services, operated by Chaserider, depart from Cope Street station.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Barnsley train from?

Stafford to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stafford station.

Train or bus from Stafford to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Stafford to Barnsley is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 841 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Stafford to Barnsley bus arrive?

Stafford to Barnsley bus services, operated by Chaserider, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stafford to Barnsley train arrive?

Stafford to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Stafford to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Barnsley is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Stafford to Barnsley.

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

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Stafford to Barnsley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 841 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Stafford to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Barnsleytrain
2h 31m
£31–65
Drive 71 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stafford to Barnsleycar 71 mi
1h 50m
£18–26
Line 841 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cope Street to Bus Stationbus 841
2. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Schwäbisch Gmünd Wybus
5h 8m
Train
1. Take the train from Stafford to Tamworthtrain
2. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Barnsleytrain
2h 54m
£38–68

Stafford to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 100 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Stafford to Barnsley via Stockport and Sheffield in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cope Street to Schwäbisch Gmünd Wy via Bus Station and Alton Towers in around 5h 8m.

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