18:1510h45Bournemouth5:00Barnsley£651One-way2 changes
5:008h05Bournemouth13:05Barnsley£801One-way2 changes
5:008h05Bournemouth13:05Barnsley£801One-way2 changes
18:1510h45Bournemouth5:00Barnsley£651One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Barnsley
The cheapest option from Bournemouth to Barnsley is coach, with an average price of £37. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Barnsley among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 316 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest option | £100 Average Price |
7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest option 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Barnsley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Barnsley coaches for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 Bournemouth | 7h35 | 13:05 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:30 Bournemouth | 11h30 | 5:00 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Barnsley
Typically, there are 2 buses per day from Bournemouth to Barnsley, including direct buses, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 316 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 316 km |
Average bus duration 7h 25m |
Lowest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 20:30 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to BarnsleyYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Barnsley with National Express for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Barnsley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Barnsley
Most Bournemouth to Barnsley buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Barnsley, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Barnsley bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bournemouth, Coach Station from Bournemouth city centre
Getting to Barnsley, Interchange from Barnsley city centre
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