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Compare coach, train and flight for Barnsley to Southampton
The cheapest option from Barnsley to Southampton is coach, with an average price of £19. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Southampton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 294 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£70 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest option | £73 Average Price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 51m Average total duration 8h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest option 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Southampton trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:22 Barnsley | 5h00 | 12:22 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Barnsley to Southampton by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Southampton
Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Barnsley to Southampton, including direct trains, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Lowest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 18:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited from Barnsley to Southampton trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Barnsley and Southampton 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 Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Southampton
Most Barnsley to Southampton trains use the Barnsley to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnsley and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnsley station do trains to Southampton leave from?
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.
Which Southampton station do trains from Barnsley arrive at?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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