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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 18 May
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
104 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Leicester will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Fast trains
To travel from Barnsley to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
5:511h38Barnsley7:29Leicester£331One-way1 change- 6:201h39Barnsley7:59Leicester£331One-way1 change
- 7:001h29Barnsley8:29Leicester£331One-way1 change
- 7:251h37Barnsley9:02Leicester£331One-way1 change
- 8:001h28Barnsley9:28Leicester£331One-way1 change
- 12:001h27Barnsley13:27Leicester£331One-way1 change
- 15:001h27Barnsley16:27Leicester£331One-way1 change
- 8:001h28Barnsley9:28Leicester£331One-way1 change
- 14:001h28Barnsley15:28Leicester£331One-way1 change
- 16:001h28Barnsley17:28Leicester£331One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barnsley to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 104 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barnsley to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Leicester trains for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:09 Barnsley | 1h48 | 18:57 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 17:42 Barnsley | 1h55 | 19:37 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 18:03 Barnsley | 1h54 | 19:57 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 19:14 Barnsley | 1h43 | 20:57 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 19:41 Barnsley | 1h54 | 21:35 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 21:40 Barnsley | 8h04 | 5:44 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 23:10 Barnsley | 6h50 | 6:00 Leicester | 1 change | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
| 5:51 Barnsley | 1h38 | 7:29 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 6:20 Barnsley | 1h39 | 7:59 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 7:00 Barnsley | 1h29 | 8:29 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 7:25 Barnsley | 1h37 | 9:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 8:00 Barnsley | 1h28 | 9:28 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 8:22 Barnsley | 1h40 | 10:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 9:00 Barnsley | 1h29 | 10:29 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 9:22 Barnsley | 1h40 | 11:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 10:00 Barnsley | 1h31 | 11:31 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 10:22 Barnsley | 1h40 | 12:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 11:00 Barnsley | 1h30 | 12:30 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 11:22 Barnsley | 1h40 | 13:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 12:00 Barnsley | 1h27 | 13:27 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 12:21 Barnsley | 1h41 | 14:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 13:00 Barnsley | 1h30 | 14:30 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 13:22 Barnsley | 1h40 | 15:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 14:00 Barnsley | 1h28 | 15:28 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 14:22 Barnsley | 1h40 | 16:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 15:00 Barnsley | 1h27 | 16:27 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 15:21 Barnsley | 1h41 | 17:02 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 16:00 Barnsley | 1h28 | 17:28 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 16:22 Barnsley | 1h42 | 18:04 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 17:00 Barnsley | 1h30 | 18:30 Leicester | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Barnsley to Leicester trains with Omio?
East Midlands Railway as well as Northern Rail or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Barnsley to Leicester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Barnsley to Leicester.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Barnsley to Leicester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barnsley to Leicester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Barnsley to Leicester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Barnsley to Leicester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barnsley to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 41m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 1:49 |
Last train 22:06 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Barnsley to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Barnsley and Leicester from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Price
£52
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£51
Northern Rail frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£23
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Barnsley to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Barnsley to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The train journey from Barnsley to Leicester covers a distance of 104 km and takes approximately 1h 41m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Barnsley to Leicester is 104 km.
The first train from Barnsley to Leicester leaves at 1:49.
The last train from Barnsley to Leicester departs at 22:06.
Trains from Barnsley to Leicester run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Barnsley to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barnsley to Leicester.
To get from Barnsley to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Barnsley to Leicester.
The train station in Barnsley that goes to Leicester is Barnsley station (BNY), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Barnsley to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Barnsley to Leicester offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of rolling hills and quaint villages, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Barnsley to Leicester is feasible with a journey duration of 1h 41m and a distance of 104 km. The frequency of trains is 3 per day.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnsley to Leicester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Leicester
Barnsley
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Barnsley is Barnsley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnsley for your trip from Barnsley to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Barnsley
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the layby on Schwabisch Gmund Way next to the booking office
The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester from Barnsley.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParking
DiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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