The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Barnsley station (BNY) for Sheffield station (SHF) 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 20 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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 Sheffield station (SHF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 20 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 12 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:00 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h28 | 07:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:00 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h30 | 08:30 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:42 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h23 | 14:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Trains from Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 13:42. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 23m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 13:42 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley station (BNY) and Sheffield station (SHF) from £2. 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 Sheffield station (SHF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley station (BNY) to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 Sheffield station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley station (BNY) and Sheffield station (SHF)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
