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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Barnsley is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Barnsley is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Barnsley via Bristol Parkway and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Swansea to Barnsley?

The distance between Swansea and Barnsley is 255 miles. The road distance is 213.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Barnsley without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 32m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Swansea to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Barnsley bus from?

Swansea to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Barnsley train from?

Swansea to Barnsley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Swansea to Barnsley is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 32m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Swansea to Barnsley bus arrive?

Swansea to Barnsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Barnsley train arrive?

Swansea to Barnsley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Barnsley is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Swansea to Barnsley.

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 32m
£121–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk070 / ...
8h 8m
£31–75
Drive 211.9 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Barnsleycar 211.9 mi
4h 25m
£53–77
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Stockporttrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 43m
£100–170
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange to Railway Stationbus X44 / ...
3. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
8h 29m

Swansea to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 253.6 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Barnsley via Bristol Parkway and Sheffield in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sheffield Road/West Way via Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 8h 8m.

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