- Must visit
The Dock Museum
Local history museum in the dock area with exhibits on shipbuilding, social history and Barrow’s industrial development.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 36 m
Trains on 18 Sept
11
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 108 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 2h 24m versus 2h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:17 Romiley | 2h36 | 9:53 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:17 Romiley | 2h37 | 11:54 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:17 Romiley | 2h45 | 13:02 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:17 Romiley | 2h48 | 15:05 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:17 Romiley | 2h48 | 16:05 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:17 Romiley | 2h36 | 17:53 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:17 Romiley | 2h35 | 18:52 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:17 Romiley | 2h36 | 20:53 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:17 Romiley | 2h36 | 21:53 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:45 Romiley | 2h45 | 0:30 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:47 Romiley | 8h08 | 7:55 Barrow-in-furness | 1 change | |
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Trains from Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 11:51, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 11:51 |
Last train 19:45 |
Discover the best of Barrow-in-Furness — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barrow-in-Furness trip today.
Local history museum in the dock area with exhibits on shipbuilding, social history and Barrow’s industrial development.
Arts venue with changing exhibitions, prints and community shows in a restored building close to the town centre.
Volunteer-run aviation museum featuring aircraft, engines and displays connected with local aviation heritage on Walney Island.
Long sandy beach and coastal reserve on Walney Island, popular for walks, birdwatching and views across the Irish Sea.
Large public park with boating lake, miniature railway, play areas and open lawns, ideal for a relaxed family visit.
A scenic shoreline area with paths, sea views and a beach, well suited to gentle walks and watching coastal birdlife.
A classic Cumbrian sausage flavoured with black pepper and spices, traditionally linked to local butchers across Furness and the wider county.
A rich fruitcake from Cumbria made with dried fruit, spice and tea, long baked for celebrations and afternoon tea in local homes.
A traditional Cumbrian dessert of breadcrumbs, dried fruit and brown sugar, usually steamed or baked and served with cream or custard.
Established town-centre Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed dining room.
Stylish restaurant in a country house hotel on Walney Island, serving modern British dishes in a quieter setting.
Popular casual venue serving pizzas, burgers and grill dishes in a lively modern setting near the town centre.
Generally cheaper than major UK tourist cities. Hotels, meals and local travel are fairly priced, though options are limited and peak dates can raise accommodation costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares and small café bills if service is good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness trains use the Romiley to Barrow-in-Furness station pair. Use this guide to compare Romiley and Barrow-in-Furness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Romiley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Romiley.
Ticket office support is available at Romiley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Romiley: Parking.
Available at Romiley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Romiley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Services Towards Manchester : Along a ramp (70 paces, 1:6 slope) to the left of the station entrance, or from street level up 15 steps to the ticket office, up a further 21 steps and onto the platform. Services Towards New Mills, Sheffield and Rose Hill: Along a ramp (24 paces, 1:12 slope) from the car park or from street level up 15 steps to the ticket office, along the underpass (15 paces) and up 22 steps onto the platform. The walk between platforms one and two is in excess of 400m, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Barrow-in-Furness is 1 km from Barrow-in-Furness city centre. Public transport options include:
Barrow-in-Furness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Ticket office support is available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Parking, WC.
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrow-in-Furness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access across the station using lifts provided, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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