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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Barnsley will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Blackpool to Barnsley you need to make at least one change.
P24722 · G88992 · G8942813:303h39Blackpool South (BPS)17:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way2 changes- P24725 · G88998 · G8943214:303h39Blackpool South (BPS)18:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way2 changes
- G88981 · G8942112:192h50Blackpool North (BPN)15:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way1 change
- P24719 · C31714 · G8942512:303h39Blackpool South (BPS)16:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way2 changes
- G88998 · G8943215:192h50Blackpool North (BPN)18:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way1 change
- G88981 · G8942112:192h50Blackpool North (BPN)15:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way1 change
- G88998 · G8943215:192h50Blackpool North (BPN)18:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way1 change
- C31714 · G8942513:192h50Blackpool North (BPN)16:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way1 change
- G88992 · G8942814:192h50Blackpool North (BPN)17:09Barnsley station (BNY)£481One-way1 change
- G89150+
W84915+
C04372+G8943015:053h02Blackpool North (BPN)18:07Barnsley station (BNY)£551One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackpool to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 107 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Barnsley
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Trains from Blackpool to Barnsley run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Barnsley trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Barnsley from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackpool to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool 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 Blackpool and Barnsley
Most Blackpool to Barnsley trains use the Blackpool North to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackpool station do trains to Barnsley leave from?
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side, 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: No.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Barnsley station do trains from Blackpool 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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