The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Barnsley station (BNY) for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
13:032h05Barnsley station (BNY)15:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£131One-way0 changes
6:462h14Barnsley station (BNY)9:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£421One-way0 changes
13:032h05Barnsley station (BNY)15:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£131One-way0 changes
6:462h14Barnsley station (BNY)9:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 57 km
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2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C21593+ G89421 · G89819 | Delayed 14:43 15:10Barnsley station (BNY) | 1h50 | 17:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
W84702+ G89772 · G89821 | Delayed 15:02 15:42Barnsley station (BNY) | 1h54 | 17:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
C21809+ G89425 · G89823 | Delayed 15:43 16:10Barnsley station (BNY) | 1h50 | 18:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
W84708+ G89778 · G89825 | Delayed 16:03 16:43Barnsley station (BNY) | 1h53 | 18:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
C21595+ C32064 · G89827 | Delayed 16:41 17:00Barnsley station (BNY) | 2h00 | 19:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
G15853+ G89895 · G89427 | Delayed 16:33 17:09Barnsley station (BNY) | 2h06 | 19:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
![]() | 6:46 Barnsley station (BNY) | 2h14 | 9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Trains from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 15:10 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Barnsley station (BNY) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £13. 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley station (BNY) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Barnsley to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnsley station (BNY) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
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