Ormskirk to Barnsley train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ormskirk to Barnsley

Showing times and prices for 23 Mar

Cheapest price

£47

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

2 h 53 m

Average duration

2 h 53 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

92 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ormskirk to Barnsley will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.

Fast trains

To travel from Ormskirk to Barnsley you need to make at least 2 changes.

Merseyrail
06:213h17
Ormskirk
09:38Barnsley
£471One-way
2 changes
Merseyrail
07:363h02
Ormskirk
10:38Barnsley
£471One-way
2 changes
Merseyrail
08:363h02
Ormskirk
11:38Barnsley
£471One-way
2 changes
Merseyrail
09:363h01
Ormskirk
12:37Barnsley
£471One-way
2 changes
Merseyrail
10:363h02
Ormskirk
13:38Barnsley
£471One-way
2 changes

Live departures

Ormskirk to Barnsley train times

The table below shows live departures for Ormskirk to Barnsley trains for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 16:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Merseyrail23:36 Ormskirk
8h03
07:39 Barnsley2 changes
Monday 23 March
Merseyrail05:51 Ormskirk
3h08
08:59 Barnsley2 changes
Merseyrail06:21 Ormskirk
3h17
09:38 Barnsley2 changes
Northern Trains Limited06:46 Ormskirk
3h22
10:08 Barnsley3 changes
Merseyrail07:06 Ormskirk
2h53
09:59 Barnsley2 changes
Merseyrail07:36 Ormskirk
3h02
10:38 Barnsley2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ormskirk to Barnsley

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Take a train from Ormskirk to Barnsley and enjoy the approximately 92 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 14:12.

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
92 km
Average train duration
2h 50m
Trains per day
2
First train
05:26
Last train
14:12
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: TransPennine Express from Ormskirk to Barnsley trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Ormskirk and Barnsley. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
£54
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Ormskirk to Barnsley train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ormskirk 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 train distance from Ormskirk to Barnsley is 92 km.
The first train from Ormskirk to Barnsley leaves at 5:26.
The last train from Ormskirk to Barnsley departs at 14:12.
Trains from Ormskirk to Barnsley run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ormskirk to Barnsley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ormskirk to Barnsley.
To travel from Ormskirk to Barnsley, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Ormskirk to Barnsley.
The train station in Ormskirk that goes to Barnsley is Ormskirk station (OMS), and it arrives at Barnsley station (BNY).
Booking trains from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk to Barnsley offers pleasant views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and quaint villages, particularly as it passes through rural Lancashire and South Yorkshire.
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 Ormskirk to Barnsley.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ormskirk and Barnsley

Ormskirk
Barnsley
The major train station for departures in Ormskirk is Ormskirk. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ormskirk for your trip from Ormskirk to Barnsley.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:27 Sunday 08:05 - 00:27 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office and platforms are step free, however car park has uneven ramp access.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: in car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Ormskirk
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the station approach

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