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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dronfield to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dronfield to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dronfield to Barnsley will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Dronfield for Barnsley every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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 Dronfield to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dronfield to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 28 km
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1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dronfield to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Dronfield to Barnsley trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 04:24 Dronfield | 1h16 | 05:40 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dronfield to Barnsley
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Trains from Dronfield to Barnsley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 34m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 22:22 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Dronfield to Barnsley trainsNorthern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Dronfield and Barnsley from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dronfield to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dronfield 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 Dronfield and Barnsley
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- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via road and down ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at service bus stops on both sides of the main road at the front of the station (Chesterfield Road B6057). Turning circle is for local buses only.
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- 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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