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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Whitby
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Whitby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Whitby will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 4 trains that leave Barnsley for Whitby every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 37 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 Whitby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Whitby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 119 km
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£49 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley to Whitby train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Whitby trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:42 Barnsley | 5h50 | 18:32 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 4 December | |||||
| 04:40 Barnsley | 6h11 | 10:51 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:58 Barnsley | 5h53 | 10:51 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:40 Barnsley | 5h57 | 14:37 Whitby | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Whitby
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Trains from Barnsley to Whitby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley to Whitby trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley and Whitby from £10. 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 Whitby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Whitby 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 Whitby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Whitby
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Lost and Found Office
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- 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
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TaxisAccessibility
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park - Charges apply between 06:00 - 18:00 every day
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Both platforms are step free.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off on Langbourne Road running adjacent to station.
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