The cheapest and fastest trains from Shipley to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shipley to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shipley to Barnsley will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Shipley 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 37 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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 for Shipley to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shipley to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 37 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£17 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Shipley to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Shipley to Barnsley trains for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:29 Shipley | 1h10 | 07:39 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shipley to Barnsley
Trains from Shipley to Barnsley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 22:31 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited from Shipley to Barnsley trainsNorthern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Shipley and Barnsley from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Shipley to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shipley 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 Shipley and Barnsley
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: LIFTS ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE SO NO STEP FREE ACCESS UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.Category B station, There are Lifts available between all platforms, which are available during ticket office staffing hours. Outside of staffing hours, alternative level access routes are available, but a little extra time may be needed to transfer between platforms.
- 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: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park by entrance to booking hall.
- Metro: WYPTE 0161 228 7676
- 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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