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Compare bus and train for Barnsley to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $171.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Barnsley to Bristol
Compare the available ways to get from Barnsley to Bristol, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Barnsley to Bristol:
A bus is $138 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Bristol costing on average $171.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 36m.
Tickets start at around $33 compared to roughly $65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $33. The journey takes 6h 6m versus 3h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Barnsley to Bristol
How to get from Barnsley to Bristol by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Barnsley to Bristol is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
2:05 PM 4h55 Barnsley 7:00 PM Bristol $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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2:05 PM 4h55 Barnsley 7:00 PM Bristol $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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2:05 PM 4h55 Barnsley 7:00 PM Bristol $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Barnsley to Bristol:
A bus is $138 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Bristol costing on average $171.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 36m.
- Around 17 buses per day.
- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barnsley and Bristol as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) and arrive in Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St).
- Trains mostly depart from Barnsley station (BNY) and arrive in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
- Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Bristol by bus.
- Travel with CrossCountry to go to Bristol by train.
- 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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