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Compare train and coach for Barnsley to Alfreton
The cheapest option from Barnsley to Alfreton is train, with an average price of £10. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Alfreton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 51 km
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1h 21m Average total duration Fastest option 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Alfreton
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Barnsley to Alfreton, including 2 direct trains, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 52m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Lowest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 6:20 |
Last train 21:48 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Barnsley to Alfreton trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Barnsley and Alfreton from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barnsley to Alfreton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Alfreton by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alfreton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Alfreton
Most Barnsley to Alfreton trains use the Barnsley to Alfreton station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnsley and Alfreton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnsley station do trains to Alfreton leave from?
Getting to Barnsley from Barnsley city centre
Barnsley train station facilities and services
Barnsley has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barnsley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnsley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnsley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barnsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station is only staffed for some of the day. Assistance available during booking office hours. There are 2 platforms at the station which can be accessed via the lift with level access from station entrance. Accessible pick up and set down points. Lifts open for all train services, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Alfreton station do trains from Barnsley arrive at?
Getting to Alfreton from Alfreton city centre
Alfreton is 1 km from Alfreton city centre. Public transport options include:
Alfreton train station facilities and services
Alfreton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Alfreton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alfreton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alfreton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alfreton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alfreton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. Step free access to the ticket office and northbound (towards Sheffield) platform only. No wheelchair access to southbound platform, please call 03457 125 678 pressing option 3 to make arrangements. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: None, Accessible taxis: Royal Cabs 0115 608608, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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