Cheap train tickets from Barnsley to Birmingham
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Birmingham will cost around £ 56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 29.
Train schedule Barnsley to Birmingham
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Fastest train times from Barnsley to Birmingham
Fastest Journey
1 h 51 m
Average
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
122 km
Of the 3 trains that leave Barnsley for Birmingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Overview: Train from Barnsley to Birmingham
 | Distance | 76 miles (122 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 51 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £53 (€59) |
 | Train frequency | 25 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Cross Country |
Trains from Barnsley to Birmingham cover the 76 miles (122 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 51 min with our travel partners like Cross Country. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £53, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £22. Travellers depart most frequently from Barnsley and arrive in Birmingham New Street.
Train companies: CrossCountry trains Barnsley to Birmingham
Find the best trains to Birmingham from Barnsley with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry from £22. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Birmingham from Barnsley you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
If you’re looking for a smooth and easy train from Barnsley to Birmingham, check Omio for CrossCountry trains offering this trip. Whether you are looking for the fastest, earliest or cheapest train to take for this 76 miles (122 km) trip to Birmingham from Barnsley, Omio makes it easier than ever to find CrossCountry trains at affordable prices, and you can also quickly book train tickets online. Check the current CrossCountry train timetables for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route between Barnsley and Birmingham as well as relevant ticket information (such as luggage policy and amenities offered onboard), and book your CrossCountry train on Omio. If you search for trains to Birmingham from Barnsley in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the CrossCountry tickets are mobile tickets, making it convenient for you to go paperless when travelling. With prices for CrossCountry trains between Barnsley and Birmingham starting at £22, buy your official CrossCountry tickets with Omio online quickly and easily!
Train information from Barnsley to Birmingham with CrossCountry:
- Average Duration: 2 h 23 min
- Average Price: £22
- CrossCountry frequency: 25 a day
These are CrossCountry 's ticket policies for COVID-19 for the train to Birmingham from Barnsley:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
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Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Barnsley and arrive in Birmingham New Street.
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Passengers board the train most frequently from Barnsley, which is located around 0.4 miles (651 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
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