Leeds to Barnsley train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Barnsley

Showing times and prices for 29 Aug

Cheapest price

£3

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

31 m

Average duration

31 m

Trains per day

48

Distance

28 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Barnsley will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

Of the 48 trains that leave Leeds for Barnsley every day 48 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 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .

The slowest trains will take 31 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.

  • Northern RailP23811
    6:320h52
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:24Barnsley station (BNY)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP23860
    5:540h52
    Leeds station (LDS)
    6:46Barnsley station (BNY)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP23812
    7:320h49
    Leeds station (LDS)
    8:21Barnsley station (BNY)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP23813
    8:320h49
    Leeds station (LDS)
    9:21Barnsley station (BNY)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP23826
    14:320h48
    Leeds station (LDS)
    15:20Barnsley station (BNY)
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leeds to Barnsley

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 28 km

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Coach

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£7

Average Price

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 16m

Average total duration

46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Leeds to Barnsley train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Barnsley trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89732
On time
8:04 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
8:38 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23813
On time
8:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
9:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89404
On time
8:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
9:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89737
On time
9:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
9:41 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23814
On time
9:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
10:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89407
On time
9:36 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
10:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89743
On time
10:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
10:41 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23815
On time
10:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
11:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89409
On time
10:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
11:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89749
On time
11:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
11:43 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23816
On time
11:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h48
12:20 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89411
On time
11:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
12:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89755
On time
12:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
12:41 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23819
On time
12:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
13:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89414
On time
12:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
13:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89761
On time
13:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
13:42 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23823
On time
13:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
14:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89418
On time
13:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
14:10 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89766
On time
14:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
14:41 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23826
On time
14:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h48
15:20 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89421
On time
14:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
15:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89772
On time
15:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
15:41 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23831
On time
15:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
16:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89425
On time
15:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
16:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89778
On time
16:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
16:43 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23836
On time
16:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
17:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89428
On time
16:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
17:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89784
On time
17:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
17:42 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23840
On time
17:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
18:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89432
On time
17:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
18:09 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89790
On time
18:04 Leeds station (LDS)
0h35
18:39 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23843
On time
18:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
19:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89436
On time
18:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
19:10 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89795
On time
19:09 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
19:41 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23847
On time
19:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
20:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89802
On time
20:05 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
20:37 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23849
On time
20:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
21:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89806
On time
21:04 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
21:38 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23852
On time
21:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h51
22:23 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89442
On time
21:37 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
22:11 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23854
On time
22:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
23:21 Barnsley station (BNY)
0 changesdirect
Saturday 29 August
Northern RailP238605:54 Leeds station (LDS)
0h52
6:46 Barnsley station (BNY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP238116:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h52
7:24 Barnsley station (BNY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG893996:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
7:11 Barnsley station (BNY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC319687:07 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
7:40 Barnsley station (BNY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP238127:32 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
8:21 Barnsley station (BNY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG894027:38 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
8:10 Barnsley station (BNY)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds to Barnsley

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Trains from Leeds to Barnsley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 33m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
28 km
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
33m
First train
5:30
Last train
23:46
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Leeds to Barnsley trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Barnsley from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Trains Limited frequency
18 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
7 a day

Complete guide to Barnsley

Things to do in Barnsley

Discover the best of Barnsley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barnsley trip today.

  • Must visit

Cannon Hall Museum

Gallery and museum in Cannon Hall Park, showing fine and decorative arts in an elegant country house. A strong choice for art and interiors.

  • Recommended

Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre

Modern museum exploring Barnsley’s social and industrial story through interactive displays, archives and local objects in the town centre.

  • Recommended

Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park

Working watermill museum where visitors can see traditional milling machinery and learn about rural industry beside the reservoir and park.

Pound sterling (£)

Barnsley is generally cheaper than larger UK tourist cities, with lower dining and lodging costs and reasonably priced local transport.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.50-4 for a regular coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.

FAQs: Leeds to Barnsley train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leeds to Barnsley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Leeds to Barnsley covers a distance of 28 km and takes approximately 33m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Leeds to Barnsley is 28 km.
The first train from Leeds to Barnsley leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Leeds to Barnsley departs at 23:46.
Trains from Leeds to Barnsley run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leeds to Barnsley.
Yes, there is a direct train between Leeds and Barnsley. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Leeds to Barnsley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leeds to Barnsley.
The train station in Leeds that goes to Barnsley is Leeds station (LDS), and it arrives at Barnsley station (BNY).
The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Barnsley is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Leeds to Barnsley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leeds to Barnsley offers some scenic views as it passes through the picturesque West Yorkshire countryside, featuring rolling hills and green landscapes, particularly around the Wakefield area.
Yes, a day trip from Leeds to Barnsley is feasible. The journey takes 33m, covers a distance of 28 km, and there are 7 trains available per day.
For a visit to Barnsley, 2 to 3 days should be sufficient to explore its key attractions, including Cannon Hall Museum, Experience Barnsley, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park nearby.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeds to Barnsley.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Barnsley

Most Leeds to Barnsley trains use the Leeds to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leeds
Arrival train stations in Barnsley
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre

Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express

Leeds train station facilities and services

Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.

Burley ParkBurley Park station, Ashville Road, Burley Park, West Yorkshire, LS6 1NA+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre

Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 4m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus19, 19A · 8m · every ~7 min
19, 19A · 11m · every ~7 min

Burley Park train station facilities and services

Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

HeadingleyHeadingley station, Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, West Yorkshire, LS5 3LD+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre

Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 7m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus49, 50, 50A · 19m · every ~26 min
875 · 22m · £4

Headingley train station facilities and services

Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Headingley.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Headingley: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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