The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Barnsley will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £66.
To travel from Bournemouth to Barnsley you need to make at least 2 changes.
18:1510h45Bournemouth5:00Barnsley£661One-way2 changes
5:008h05Bournemouth13:05Barnsley£821One-way2 changes
5:008h05Bournemouth13:05Barnsley£821One-way2 changes
18:1510h45Bournemouth5:00Barnsley£661One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 316 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Barnsley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Barnsley coaches for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:15 Bournemouth | 10h45 | 5:00 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
![]() | 5:00 Bournemouth | 8h05 | 13:05 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bournemouth to Barnsley by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Barnsley
Buses from Bournemouth to Barnsley run on average 2 times per day, 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 |
Cheapest 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.

- National Express
- 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.
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