Barnsley travel guide
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You're Going to Love Barnsley
With a population of 71.447, Barnsley is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Barnsley to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Barnsley
If you’re looking for affordable options, Favela Brazilian Grill (1-3 Church Street) and Beatson House Restaurant (2 Darton Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Barnsley
How to Get to Barnsley
Plane
Although Barnsley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 37 km from Barnsley. The shortest domestic flight to Barnsley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.
Car
Another option to get to Barnsley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 246 km from Barnsley. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.
Airlines serving Barnsley
Where to stay in Barnsley
Average rates range from around £59 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £115 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Barnsley
Most booked hotels in Barnsley
Hiring a car in Barnsley
Hiring a car in Barnsley costs £32 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Manchester.
Expect to pay £1.75 per litre in Barnsley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.89 and £27.85. The most frequently booked car type in Barnsley is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.