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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£96
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Barnsley will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £96.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oxford for Barnsley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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.
9:495h18Oxford15:07Barnsley£961One-way0 changes
- 9:495h18Oxford15:07Barnsley£961One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £89.
Distance: 200 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£96 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oxford to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Barnsley trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:39 Oxford | 3h59 | 10:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 7:10 Oxford | 2h52 | 10:02 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 7:40 Oxford | 3h58 | 11:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 8:40 Oxford | 3h57 | 12:37 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 9:14 Oxford | 2h48 | 12:02 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 9:39 Oxford | 3h59 | 13:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 10:39 Oxford | 3h59 | 14:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 11:12 Oxford | 2h50 | 14:02 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 11:40 Oxford | 3h58 | 15:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 12:11 Oxford | 2h51 | 15:02 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 12:39 Oxford | 3h58 | 16:37 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 13:39 Oxford | 3h59 | 17:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 14:39 Oxford | 3h59 | 18:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 15:12 Oxford | 2h50 | 18:02 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 15:39 Oxford | 3h59 | 19:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 16:10 Oxford | 2h52 | 19:02 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 16:40 Oxford | 3h58 | 20:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 17:40 Oxford | 3h58 | 21:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 18:11 Oxford | 2h51 | 21:02 Barnsley | 1 change | |
| 18:39 Oxford | 3h58 | 22:37 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 19:40 Oxford | 11h24 | 7:04 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
| 21:39 Oxford | 10h59 | 8:38 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Barnsley
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Trains from Oxford to Barnsley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 19:39 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Oxford to Barnsley trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Barnsley from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford and Barnsley
Most Oxford to Barnsley trains use the Oxford to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Barnsley leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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 via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Barnsley station do trains from Oxford arrive at?
Getting to Barnsley from Barnsley city centre
Barnsley train station facilities and services
Barnsley has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barnsley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnsley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnsley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barnsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnsley: 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.
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