The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 trains that leave Barnsley station (BNY) for Leeds station (LDS) 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 27 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 27 km
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1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:30 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h54 | 19:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h56 | 21:26 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:58 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h57 | 22:55 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 04:58 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h42 | 05:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:30 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h55 | 06:25 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:31 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h53 | 09:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:40 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h34 | 09:14 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS)
Trains from Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 34m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley station (BNY) and Leeds station (LDS) from £3. 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 station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley station (BNY) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley station (BNY) and Leeds station (LDS)
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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