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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Congleton is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Congleton is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Schwäbisch Gmünd Wy and arriving at Bus Station via Alton Towers and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Congleton via Sheffield and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Congleton?

The distance between Barnsley and Congleton is 72 miles. The road distance is 51.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Congleton without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Barnsley to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Congleton bus from?

Barnsley to Congleton bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, depart from Schwäbisch Gmünd Wy station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Congleton train from?

Barnsley to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Congleton?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Congleton is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Barnsley to Congleton bus arrive?

Barnsley to Congleton bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Alton Towers station.

Where does the Barnsley to Congleton train arrive?

Barnsley to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Congleton is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Barnsley to Congleton.

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

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

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Barnsley to Congleton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 38 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Congletontrain
2h 46m
£21–45
Drive 50.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Congletoncar 50.9 mi
1h 24m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schwäbisch Gmünd Wy to Alton Towersbus
2. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Macclesfield Queen Victoria Stbus
5h 4m
Train, line 38 bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 38
3h 9m
£21–44

Barnsley to Congleton by train

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Distance: 72 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Congleton via Sheffield and Stockport in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schwäbisch Gmünd Wy to Bus Station via Alton Towers, Macclesfield Queen Victoria St, and Bus Station in around 5h 4m.

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