Bristol to Barnsley train with Cross Country

Wed, 05 Nov
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Cross Country
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1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Barnsley

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£128

Average price

£134

Fastest journey

3 h 27 m

Average duration

3 h 28 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

245 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Barnsley will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Bristol 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 245 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.

CrossCountry
05:353h27
Bristol
09:02Barnsley
£1281One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
09:333h29
Bristol
13:02Barnsley
£1391One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to Barnsley

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Barnsley 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 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £80.

Distance: 245 km

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Coach

£139

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 34m

Average total duration

4h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bristol to Barnsley train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:40
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_country09:33 Bristol
3h29
13:02 Barnsley0 changesdirect
cross_country12:33 Bristol
3h29
16:02 Barnsley0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Barnsley

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Trains from Bristol to Barnsley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance
245 km
Average train duration
3h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£80
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 27m
First train
05:23
Last train
20:03
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10

Train companies: Cross Country from Bristol to Barnsley trainsCross Country trains will get you between Bristol and Barnsley from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£179
Cross Country frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Bristol to Barnsley train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Barnsley easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Barnsley.
FAQs
Booking trains from Bristol to Barnsley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Bristol to Barnsley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Barnsley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £80, while the average price tends to be around £139.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Barnsley is by coach, costing approximately £10.
The train distance from Bristol to Barnsley is 245 km.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Barnsley is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Barnsley station (BNY).
The train journey from Bristol to Barnsley covers a distance of 245 km and takes approximately 3h 27m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Bristol to Barnsley leaves at 5:23.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Barnsley.
The last train from Bristol to Barnsley departs at 20:03.
Trains from Bristol to Barnsley run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Barnsley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Barnsley.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Barnsley.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Barnsley

Bristol
Barnsley
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Barnsley.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
  • Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
  • Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
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