The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Barnsley station (BNY) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 51 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£32 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:08 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1h57 | 14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 09:43 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1h24 | 11:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:12, the last at 12:42. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 07:12 |
Last train 12:42 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley station (BNY) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
TransPennine Express
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley station (BNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley station (BNY) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- 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: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
