The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotherham to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotherham to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotherham to Barnsley will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rotherham for Barnsley every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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 and coach for Rotherham to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotherham to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 16 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rotherham to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotherham to Barnsley trains for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:56 Rotherham | 0h35 | 07:31 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotherham to Barnsley
Trains from Rotherham to Barnsley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 29m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Rotherham to Barnsley trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Rotherham and Barnsley 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: Rotherham to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotherham 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Rotherham and Barnsley
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 18:45 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday 08:45 - 16:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lift access to both platforms. Lifts are available from first to last train.
- 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 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: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Bridge Street, a minute's walk from the station entrance.
- 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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