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Bus Wakefield to Barnsley: Trip Overview

Bus Wakefield to Barnsley: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$7
Average bus trip duration25m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure12:40 AM
Distance9 miles (14 km)
Latest bus departure11:40 PM

Wakefield to Barnsley Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:40AM - 11:40PM
Minimum Price$7
Average Ticket Price$7
Minimum Trip Duration25m
Average Bus Trip Duration25m
Distance9 miles (14 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteNational Express
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Wakefield - Barnsley

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Barnsley. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from Wakefield to Barnsley is about 25m, although the fastest bus will take 25m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 10 miles (15 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 10 miles (15 km).

On average, there are 2 daily departures on this route, offered by National Express. The number of buses from Wakefield to Barnsley can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Wakefield to Barnsley a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The first bus leaves at 12:40 AM and the last one leaves at 11:40 PM.

If you're headed to Barnsley from Wakefield, chances are that your bus will depart from Charlesworth Way and arrive at Barnsley Interchange Transit Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. $7 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Barnsley from Wakefield.

The average bus ticket price from Wakefield to Barnsley is $7. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $7 to $7, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Wakefield to Barnsley. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 50m. So you'll have enough time to visit Barnsley before returning to Wakefield in the evening.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Wakefield and Barnsley!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Wakefield to Barnsley.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Wakefield to Barnsley that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Wakefield to Barnsley, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Wakefield to Barnsley?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time25mAvg Price$7Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time16mAvg Price$11Daily Departures11

The best way to travel between Wakefield and Barnsley is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $7 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $7. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Barnsley, choose the bus, as it will take you from Wakefield to Barnsley in about 16m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Wakefield by bus?

Bus from Barnsley to Wakefield

You can also go to Barnsley by train

Train from Wakefield to Barnsley

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