The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Ipswich will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £129.
To travel from Barnsley to Ipswich you need to make at least 3 changes.










Travel Information
Compare train for Barnsley to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a coach costs an average of £61.
Distance: 243 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£44 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Ipswich trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:38 Barnsley | 3h42 | 23:20 Ipswich | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Ipswich
Trains from Barnsley to Ipswich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 19:23 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley to Ipswich trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley and Ipswich from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Barnsley to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Ipswich 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 Ipswich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Ipswich
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
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