What's the distance between Bradford and Barnsley by coach?

The distance between Bradford and Barnsley by coach is approximately 21 miles (33 km).

How can I get from Bradford to Barnsley without driving?

You can travel to Barnsley from Bradford by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Bradford to Barnsley from £8 | Compare & Save up to 22%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bradford to Barnsley on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:50	Nelson Street, Bradford	1h 25m	01:15	Barnsley	CheapestFastest
	Bus	23:50	Nelson Street, Bradford	1h 25m	01:15	Barnsley	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Barnsley on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:50	Nelson Street, Bradford	1h 25m	01:15	Barnsley	CheapestFastest
	Bus	23:50	Nelson Street, Bradford	1h 25m	01:15	Barnsley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:48 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bradford to Barnsley

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Barnsley. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 25mAverage duration

20 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£10 - £10	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£19 - £19	Average duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bradford and Barnsley?

Stops in Bradford

A
Bradford Interchange
2 Bridge St, Bradford BD1 1TU, UK
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B
Bradford Coach Station
Unit 7, Metro Interchange, , Bradford BD1 1TU

Stops in Barnsley

A
Barnsley Interchange Transit Station
28 Midland Street, Barnsley S70 1SE, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £10

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bradford to Barnsley

What's the distance between Bradford and Barnsley by coach?
The distance between Bradford and Barnsley by coach is approximately 21 miles (33 km).
How can I get from Bradford to Barnsley without driving?
You can travel to Barnsley from Bradford by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

20/11

£8

21/11

£8

Today

£8

23/11

£8

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25/11

£8

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The cheapest trip from Bradford to Barnsley was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bradford to Barnsley as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £10 for a bus ticket from Bradford to Barnsley based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-11-25.