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G802058:413h49Barnsley station (BNY)12:30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1421One-way2 changes- G89405+
G0106010:094h01Barnsley station (BNY)14:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1711One-way1 change - G89400+G010558:084h04Barnsley station (BNY)12:12Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1711One-way1 change
- G89403+G669879:094h01Barnsley station (BNY)13:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1711One-way1 change
- G89737 · G89688+G802119:423h50Barnsley station (BNY)13:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1711One-way2 changes
- G89743 · G89691+G8021610:423h45Barnsley station (BNY)14:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1711One-way2 changes
- G89725+G15831+G802058:413h49Barnsley station (BNY)12:30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1421One-way2 changes
- G89737 · G89688+G802119:423h50Barnsley station (BNY)13:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1711One-way2 changes
- G89405+G0106010:094h01Barnsley station (BNY)14:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1711One-way1 change
- G89403+G669879:094h01Barnsley station (BNY)13:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1711One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Barnsley to Edinburgh
The cheapest option from Barnsley to Edinburgh is coach, with an average price of £21. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Edinburgh among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 289 km
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4h 21m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:42 Barnsley | 3h50 | 13:32 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
| G01055+G89400 | 8:08 Barnsley station (BNY) | 4h04 | 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G80205+G89725+G15831 | 8:41 Barnsley station (BNY) | 3h49 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Edinburgh
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Barnsley to Edinburgh, including direct trains, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Lowest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 20:10 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Barnsley to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Barnsley and Edinburgh from £17. 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 Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Edinburgh
Most Barnsley to Edinburgh trains use the Barnsley to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnsley and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnsley station do trains to Edinburgh 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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