4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Barnsley will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Barnsley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
10:271h35Birmingham12:02Barnsley£481One-way0 changes
- 10:271h35Birmingham12:02Barnsley£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 122 km
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£39 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Barnsley trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00738+ C32135 | On time 8:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h35 | 10:02 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
| G01060+C32139 | On time 9:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 11:02 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
G00684+ C21649+L89751 | On time 9:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h20 | 11:29 Barnsley station (BNY) | 2 changes | |
| G00739+C32143 | On time 10:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h35 | 12:02 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
| G00698+C32151 | On time 11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h35 | 13:02 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
| G00701+C32158 | On time 12:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h37 | 14:02 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Barnsley
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Trains from Birmingham to Barnsley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Barnsley trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Barnsley from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Barnsley 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 Barnsley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Barnsley
Most Birmingham to Barnsley trains use the Birmingham New Street to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the 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.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Barnsley station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
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.
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