Scunthorpe to Barnsley train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Scunthorpe to Barnsley

Showing times and prices for 04 Jul

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

1 h 21 m

Average duration

1 h 21 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

55 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scunthorpe to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Scunthorpe to Barnsley will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Scunthorpe 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 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.

  • Transpennine Express
    13:081h21
    Scunthorpe
    14:29Barnsley
    £181One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Scunthorpe to Barnsley train times

The table below shows live departures for Scunthorpe to Barnsley trains for tomorrow, Saturday 4 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Transpennine Express13:08 Scunthorpe
1h21
14:29 Barnsley0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Scunthorpe to Barnsley

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Trains from Scunthorpe to Barnsley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 21m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
55 km
Average train duration
1h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 21m
First train
5:22
Last train
22:08
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Scunthorpe to Barnsley trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Scunthorpe and Barnsley from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£14
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 58m
Cheapest Price
£14
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£33
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Scunthorpe to Barnsley train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scunthorpe 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Scunthorpe to Barnsley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Scunthorpe to Barnsley covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Scunthorpe to Barnsley is 55 km.
The first train from Scunthorpe to Barnsley leaves at 5:22.
The last train from Scunthorpe to Barnsley departs at 22:08.
Trains from Scunthorpe to Barnsley run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Scunthorpe to Barnsley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Scunthorpe to Barnsley.
To travel from Scunthorpe to Barnsley, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Scunthorpe to Barnsley.
The train station in Scunthorpe that goes to Barnsley is Scunthorpe station (SCU), and it arrives at Barnsley station (BNY).
The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Barnsley is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Scunthorpe to Barnsley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
For a visit to Barnsley, 2 to 3 days should be sufficient to explore its key attractions, including Cannon Hall Museum, Experience Barnsley, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park nearby.
Yes, you can take the train from Scunthorpe to Barnsley.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Scunthorpe and Barnsley

Most Scunthorpe to Barnsley trains use the Scunthorpe to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Scunthorpe and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Scunthorpe
Arrival train stations in Barnsley

Which Scunthorpe station do trains to Barnsley leave from?

Trains from Scunthorpe to Barnsley leave from Scunthorpe. The station is 1 km from Scunthorpe city centre at Scunthorpe station, Station Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6PY.
ScunthorpeScunthorpe station, Station Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6PY+44 1895262122WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Scunthorpe from Scunthorpe city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesOutside station entrance

Scunthorpe train station facilities and services

Scunthorpe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Scunthorpe.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Scunthorpe.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Scunthorpe.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Scunthorpe: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Scunthorpe: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Scunthorpe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from Platform 1 to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday: 08:45 - 20:00 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to platform 2 when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located on Platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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