The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Barnsley will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Derby to Barnsley you need to make at least one change.
3:203h42Derby7:02Barnsley£261One-way1 change
14:452h18Derby17:03Barnsley£261One-way1 change
14:452h18Derby17:03Barnsley£261One-way1 change
3:203h42Derby7:02Barnsley£261One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Derby to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 70 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Derby to Barnsley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Barnsley coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:20 Derby | 3h42 | 7:02 Barnsley | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Derby to Barnsley by coach or train
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Why should you book Derby to Barnsley coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Barnsley.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Derby to Barnsley.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Barnsley.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Derby to Barnsley.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Barnsley
Buses from Derby to Barnsley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 22:11. The fastest coach covers the 70 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 70 km |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Derby to BarnsleyYou can travel by bus between Derby to Barnsley with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
FAQs: Derby to Barnsley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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