The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£126
Fastest journey
6 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Barnsley will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bournemouth for Barnsley 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 316 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 13 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.




Live departures
Bournemouth to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Barnsley trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:15 Bournemouth | 6h14 | 10:29 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:55 Bournemouth | 7h13 | 12:08 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Barnsley
Trains from Bournemouth to Barnsley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 21:00 |
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Barnsley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- 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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