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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Barnsley is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Barnsley is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way via Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Barnsley via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Wales to Barnsley?

The distance between Wales and Barnsley is 200 miles. The road distance is 199.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Barnsley without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 4m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Wales to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Barnsley bus from?

Wales to Barnsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Barnsley train from?

Wales to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Wales to Barnsley is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 4m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Wales to Barnsley bus arrive?

Wales to Barnsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Barnsley train arrive?

Wales to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wales to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Barnsley is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Wales to Barnsley.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 4m
£105–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk070 / ...
6h 58m
£27–48
Drive 198.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Barnsleycar 198.3 mi
3h 35m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 43m
£86–151

Wales to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 199 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Wales and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Barnsley via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Sheffield Road/West Way via Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C4 in around 6h 58m.

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