The cheapest and fastest trains from Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 4 trains that leave Kingston upon Thames for Barnsley every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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 coach and train for Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 251 km
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Live departures
Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:04 Kingston upon Thames | 4h07 | 08:11 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:59 Kingston upon Thames | 4h13 | 09:12 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley
Trains from Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains from Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley trainsEast Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains trains will get you between Kingston upon Thames and Barnsley from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kingston upon Thames to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames and Barnsley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:30 Saturday 06:40 - 20:30 Sunday 08:30 - 18:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: One on each platform
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Cromwell Road (A308) Bus Station Stand A4
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:25 Saturday 07:10 - 20:25 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. - There is step free access via ramps to both platforms. Interchange via a stepped subway.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1. Waiting room is heated. Seating is compliant with code of practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of Station off Coombe Road (A238)
- 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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