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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Barnsley will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Newcastle for Barnsley every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newcastle to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 158 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Barnsley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Barnsley coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:20 Newcastle | 3h00 | 15:20 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:25 Newcastle | 7h50 | 00:15 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Barnsley
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Buses from Newcastle to Barnsley run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 19:37. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 19:37 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from Newcastle to BarnsleyYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Barnsley with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle to Barnsley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Barnsley by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barnsley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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