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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Swindon
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Swindon will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
Of the 2 trains that leave Barnsley for Swindon 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 222 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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 Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 222 km
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£99 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Swindon trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:26 Barnsley | 4h43 | 09:09 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:58 Barnsley | 6h15 | 11:13 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Swindon
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Trains from Barnsley to Swindon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 15:40 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley to Swindon trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley and Swindon from £41. 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 Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Swindon 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 Swindon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Swindon
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Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
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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
DiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
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