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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Middlesbrough will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 3 trains that leave Barnsley for Middlesbrough every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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 Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 115 km
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2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Middlesbrough trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:40 Barnsley | 2h43 | 10:23 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 20 December | |||||
| 04:30 Barnsley | 3h11 | 07:41 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:57 Barnsley | 2h42 | 07:39 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Middlesbrough
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Trains from Barnsley to Middlesbrough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:49 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley to Middlesbrough trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley and Middlesbrough from £19. 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 to Middlesbrough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Middlesbrough
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- 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
WifiShoppingParking
DiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- 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: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
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