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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Barnsley to Wakefield. Traveling by bus from Barnsley to Wakefield usually takes around 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 9 mi (15 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $5.42 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Barnsley to Wakefield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Barnsley to Wakefield. National Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 1 | 0h 30m | $5.54 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 30 minutes to cover the 9 miles from Barnsley to Wakefield. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Barnsley to Wakefield. It leaves the station in Barnsley at 5:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Barnsley to Wakefield. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Barnsley to Wakefield; ticket prices start at $8.82.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Barnsley?
Main departure station: Barnsley Interchange
Most buses depart from the main station in Barnsley.
All bus stations in Barnsley:
Barnsley Interchange
Where does the bus arrive in Wakefield?
Main arrival station: Cathedral Retail Park Bus Stop
All buses from Barnsley arrive at one main station in Wakefield.
All bus stations in Wakefield:
Cathedral Retail Park Bus Stop
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