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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Barnsley will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 3 trains that leave Darlington for Barnsley every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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 for Darlington to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, and a coach costs an average of £46.
Distance: 108 km
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Barnsley
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Trains from Darlington to Barnsley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 04:56 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Darlington to Barnsley trainsTransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington and Barnsley from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
FAQs: Darlington to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington 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 Darlington and Barnsley
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- 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 the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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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