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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 29 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Barnsley will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Sunderland to Barnsley you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sunderland to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 151 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Barnsley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Barnsley coaches for today, Friday 13 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:35 Sunderland | 3h28 | 16:03 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 18:05 Sunderland | 7h10 | 01:15 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 23:35 Sunderland | 7h28 | 07:03 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| Saturday 14 March | |||||
| 06:30 Sunderland | 4h20 | 10:50 Barnsley | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Barnsley
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Buses from Sunderland to Barnsley run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 18:25. The fastest coach covers the 151 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 18:25 |
FAQs: Sunderland to Barnsley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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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