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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Leeds
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Leeds will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Barnsley for Leeds every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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 Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 28 km
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1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barnsley to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Leeds trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y05632 | On time 08:08 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h36 | 08:44 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y03224 | On time 08:32 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h52 | 09:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02069 | On time 08:40 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h34 | 09:14 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02230 | On time 09:10 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h34 | 09:44 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y03193 | On time 09:31 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h53 | 10:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02071 | On time 09:40 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h34 | 10:14 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 05:32 Barnsley | 0h52 | 06:24 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:36 Barnsley | 0h48 | 06:24 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Leeds
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Trains from Barnsley to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:17, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 34m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 03:17 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley and Leeds from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Trains from Barnsley to Leeds
Trains from Barnsley to Leeds operate each day of the week, throughout the year. The first service of the day departs at approximately 8:12 a.m and the last departure is about 11:52 p.m. The distance between the cities is approximately 22.6 miles, which takes about 37 minutes by train. The majority of services are direct. The provider for this route is Northern rail.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Barnsley to Leeds?
Departure Station: Trains from Barnsley to Leeds depart from Barnsley Station, which is at Schwäbisch Gmund Way in the very heart of the city. The station is a major train and bus interchange. It features an on-site car park and bicycle stands. Numerous buses from in and around Barnsley serve the station, including numbers 32, 37, 28, 6, 226, and the 67. These stop just outside the station.
Arrival Station: Trains from Barnsley to Leeds arrive at Leeds Station, which is on New Station Street. The station features compound bicycle stands on platform 1, and a multi-storey car park that is open 24/7. The station is approximately 0.5 miles from the centre, which is a 10-minute walk. For onward travel, buses operate frequent services from the station to Leeds city and its outlying areas. CityBus provides a link to various locations in the city centre. There is also a taxi rank just outside the main station entrance.
FAQs: Barnsley to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Leeds
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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
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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HotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the layby/Bus stop on Cottingley Drive (10325/10325)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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