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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penistone to Elsecar
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
16
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penistone to Elsecar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penistone to Elsecar will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 16 trains from Penistone to Elsecar, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.
6:430h25Penistone7:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes- 7:430h25Penistone8:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
- 8:430h25Penistone9:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
- 9:430h25Penistone10:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
- 10:430h25Penistone11:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
- 6:430h25Penistone7:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
- 7:430h25Penistone8:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
- 8:430h25Penistone9:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
- 9:430h25Penistone10:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
- 10:430h25Penistone11:08Elsecar£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Penistone to Elsecar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penistone to Elsecar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 15 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Penistone to Elsecar:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Penistone to Elsecar costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Elsecar take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 24m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (25m by train vs 26m by car). Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Penistone to Elsecar train times
The table below shows live departures for Penistone to Elsecar trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 9:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 10:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 11:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 12:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 13:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 14:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 15:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 16:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 17:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 18:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 19:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 20:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 21:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 22:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:25 Penistone | 0h24 | 23:49 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 7:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:43 Penistone | 0h25 | 8:08 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penistone to Elsecar
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Penistone to Elsecar run on average 6 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:43, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 24m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 6:43 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Penistone to Elsecar trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Penistone and Elsecar from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penistone to Elsecar train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penistone to Elsecar 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 Elsecar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penistone and Elsecar
Most Penistone to Elsecar trains use the Penistone to Elsecar station pair. Use this guide to compare Penistone and Elsecar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Penistone station do trains to Elsecar leave from?
Getting to Penistone from Penistone city centre
Penistone train station facilities and services
Penistone has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penistone.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penistone: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Penistone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penistone: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. Level access to the Huddersfield platform. Access to the Sheffield platform is via barrow crossing, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Elsecar station do trains from Penistone arrive at?
Getting to Elsecar from Elsecar city centre
Elsecar train station facilities and services
Elsecar has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Elsecar.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elsecar: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Elsecar: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elsecar: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. There are ramps down to both platforms from the road bridge. Level Access is also available to platform 2 from the car park, 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: Yes.
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