The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Barnsley will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Glasgow to Barnsley you need to make at least 2 changes.
W01976+
G92051 · G90848
L02259+
G93448 · G91072
W01976+
Y25415+
L36655+
Y25458
Y39289+
Y11825+
C75203+
G91340
W01976+
Y25415+
L36655+
Y25458
L02259+
G93448 · G91072
W01976+
G92051 · G90848
Y39289+
Y11825+
C75203+
G91340Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 313 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£86 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Barnsley trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W01976+ Y25415+ L36655+ Y25458 | 08:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h59 | 12:59 Barnsley station (BNY) | 3 changes | |
W01976+ G92051 · G90848 | On time 08:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h09 | 13:09 Barnsley station (BNY) | 2 changes | |
Y39289+ Y11825+ C75203+ G91340 | On time 08:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h47 | 15:02 Barnsley station (BNY) | 3 changes | |
L02259+ G93448 · G91072 | 08:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h04 | 13:42 Barnsley station (BNY) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Barnsley by train or coach
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Why should you book Glasgow to Barnsley trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Caledonian Sleeper or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Barnsley.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Barnsley
Trains from Glasgow to Barnsley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 313 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 313 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 04:26 |
Last train 18:40 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Glasgow to Barnsley trainsLNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Barnsley from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Barnsley
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- 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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