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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£161
Average price
£161
Fastest journey
5 h 33 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Barnsley will cost around £161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £161.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth 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 398 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 33 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 Plymouth to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, and a flight costs an average of £282.
Distance: 398 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£122 Average Price | £282 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 20m Average total duration 13h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Plymouth to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Barnsley trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:27 Plymouth | 5h35 | 14:02 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Barnsley
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Trains from Plymouth to Barnsley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £66 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 398 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 398 km |
Average train duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 19:23 |
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Plymouth to Barnsley trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Barnsley from £66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Barnsley
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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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