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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Bristol
Cheapest price
£132
Average price
£143
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Bristol will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.
Of the 3 trains that leave Barnsley for Bristol 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 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barnsley to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 245 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£120 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barnsley to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Bristol trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:55 Barnsley | 3h37 | 13:32 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:08 Barnsley | 3h24 | 13:32 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:42 Barnsley | 4h47 | 15:29 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
| 04:51 Barnsley | 3h39 | 08:30 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:10 Barnsley | 5h58 | 15:08 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:22 Barnsley | 3h46 | 13:08 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Bristol
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Trains from Barnsley to Bristol run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley to Bristol trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley and Bristol from £10. 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 Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Bristol
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: There is a 20p charge for the public toilet. Disabled customers can ring the bell to be allowed in free of charge.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the layby on Schwabisch Gmund Way next to the booking office
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Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
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