What is the best way to travel from Wakefield to Barnsley?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Carpool for the journey to Barnsley from Wakefield. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Barnsley from Wakefield?
You can get to Barnsley with just $4 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Wakefield to Barnsley?
You can get to Barnsley from Wakefield in just 0h 25m with a Bus from National Express. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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National Express0h 25m012:50 AMWakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park1:15 AMBarnsleyInterchange Transit Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 12:50:00 AM to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Wakefield to Barnsley
What are the most popular stations in Wakefield and Barnsley?
In Wakefield, you will usually depart from Westgate Station, Kirkgate Train Station or Normanton Train Station, while in Barnsley you will be arriving at Oakwell Stadium, Central Station or Dodworth Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Barnsley from Wakefield? With 1 connections between 1 Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Wakefield and Barnsley, you can pay as low as $4 with a Bus from National Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from National Express: you will get to Barnsley in just 0h 25m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Wakefield and Barnsley are National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Wakefield and Barnsley is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Stanley or to Silkstone, and look at flights from Doncaster Sheffield Airport, and landing at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Wakefield to Barnsley?
The most popular companies between Wakefield and Barnsley, are National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
All you need to know when you travel from Wakefield to Barnsley
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Wakefield to Barnsley. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Wakefield to Barnsley
How can I reach Barnsley from Wakefield?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Barnsley from Wakefield.
How far is Barnsley from Wakefield?
The distance between Wakefield and Barnsley is 9.1 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Wakefield and Barnsley?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 0 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 2 kgs, and a flight 4 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Wakefield to Barnsley?
You can get to Barnsley with just $4 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Barnsley?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Barnsley in just 0h 25m with a Bus from National Express.
More routes to Wakefield and to Barnsley
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Wakefield and to Barnsley. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Wakefield
- London to Wakefield
- Luton to Wakefield
- Manchester to Wakefield
- Sheffield to Wakefield
- Trips to Barnsley
- Leeds to Barnsley
- Manchester to Barnsley
- Northampton to Barnsley

