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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Barnsley will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester 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 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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 Chester to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 102 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Barnsley
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Trains from Chester to Barnsley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 21:38 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Chester to Barnsley trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Barnsley from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Chester to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Barnsley
Shopping
Parking
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ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
ShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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