What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield Westgate and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wakefield Bus Station station and arriving at Barnsley Interchange/A13. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield Westgate and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Barnsley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley?

The distance between Wakefield Westgate and Barnsley is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley?

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsley takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley bus from?

Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley train from?

Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley bus arrive?

Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A13 station.

Where does the Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley train arrive?

Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.

Can I drive from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley is 11 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley.

How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley?

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
36 min
£4–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
1h 10m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsleytaxi 11.3 mi
19 min
£26–32
Drive 11.3 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield Westgate to Barnsleycar 11.3 mi
19 min
£3–4

Wakefield Westgate to Barnsley by foot and train

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Distance: 11.9 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Wakefield Westgate, England and Barnsley, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Globe of Barnsley also services this route hourly.

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