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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Barnsley will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich for Barnsley every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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, coach and flight for Norwich to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £491.
Distance: 212 km
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£68 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £491 Average Price |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 34m Average total duration 13h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Norwich to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:49 Norwich | 4h23 | 09:12 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:51 Norwich | 4h20 | 10:11 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Barnsley
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Trains from Norwich to Barnsley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 18:12. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 18:12 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich to Barnsley trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Barnsley from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Norwich to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich and Barnsley
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
ShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- 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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