Barnsley to Milton Keynes train with Northern Trains Limited

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Milton Keynes

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£174

Average price

£174

Fastest journey

11 h 50 m

Average duration

11 h 50 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

175 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barnsley to Milton Keynes will cost around £174 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £174.

Fast trains

To travel from Barnsley to Milton Keynes you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    23:4911h50
    Barnsley
    11:39Milton Keynes
    £1741One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Barnsley to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £48.

Distance: 175 km

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£81

Average Price

£17

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Cheapest

3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 43m

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3h 13m

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2h 43m

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Compare prices and tickets Barnsley to Milton Keynes by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barnsley to Milton Keynes

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Trains from Barnsley to Milton Keynes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 20:24. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 36m.

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 £12
Distance
175 km
Average train duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£48
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 36m
First train
3:30
Last train
20:24
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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 £12

Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Barnsley to Milton Keynes trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Barnsley and Milton Keynes from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
£136
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Barnsley to Milton Keynes train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Barnsley to Milton Keynes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £81.
The train journey from Barnsley to Milton Keynes covers a distance of 175 km and takes approximately 2h 36m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Barnsley to Milton Keynes is 175 km.
The first train from Barnsley to Milton Keynes leaves at 3:30.
The last train from Barnsley to Milton Keynes departs at 20:24.
Trains from Barnsley to Milton Keynes run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnsley to Milton Keynes.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barnsley to Milton Keynes.
To get from Barnsley to Milton Keynes, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Barnsley to Milton Keynes.
The train station in Barnsley that goes to Milton Keynes is Barnsley station (BNY), and it arrives at Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Milton Keynes is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Barnsley to Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Yorkshire countryside, passing through towns and cities like Sheffield and Nottingham, before reaching the more urban landscapes near Milton Keynes.
A day trip from Barnsley to Milton Keynes is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 36m. The distance is 175 km and trains run 2 times per day.
Most visitors find that spending two to three days in Milton Keynes is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as Bletchley Park, the Milton Keynes Theatre, and the scenic parks and lakes.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnsley to Milton Keynes.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Milton Keynes

Barnsley
Milton Keynes
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 Milton Keynes.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
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
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