The cheapest and fastest trains from Grantham to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grantham to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grantham to Barnsley will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Grantham to Barnsley you need to make at least 2 changes.










Live departures
Grantham to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Grantham to Barnsley trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:07 Grantham | 1h55 | 09:02 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:07 Grantham | 2h02 | 09:09 Barnsley | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:46 Grantham | 1h23 | 09:09 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:46 Grantham | 1h54 | 09:40 Barnsley | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:42 Grantham | 1h28 | 10:10 Barnsley | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Grantham to Barnsley by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grantham to Barnsley
Trains from Grantham to Barnsley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: LNER, Hull Trains from Grantham to Barnsley trainsLNER, Hull Trains trains will get you between Grantham and Barnsley from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grantham to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grantham 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 Grantham and Barnsley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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 Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- 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 Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- 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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