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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£210
Average price
£233
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Barnsley will cost around £233 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £210.
To travel from Southampton to Barnsley you need to make at least one change.
20:159h31Southampton5:46Barnsley£2101One-way3 changes- 7:554h07Southampton12:02Barnsley£2281One-way1 change
- 5:154h47Southampton10:02Barnsley£2351One-way2 changes
- 6:164h46Southampton11:02Barnsley£2351One-way2 changes
- 8:154h47Southampton13:02Barnsley£2351One-way2 changes
- 7:554h07Southampton12:02Barnsley£2281One-way1 change
- 18:154h43Southampton22:58Barnsley£2351One-way2 changes
- 6:164h46Southampton11:02Barnsley£2351One-way2 changes
- 5:154h47Southampton10:02Barnsley£2351One-way2 changes
- 8:154h47Southampton13:02Barnsley£2351One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £108.
Distance: 294 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£126 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Barnsley trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 8:00 Southampton | 5h29 | 13:29 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:00 Southampton | 5h29 | 20:29 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 14 July | |||||
| 5:15 Southampton | 4h47 | 10:02 Barnsley | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Barnsley
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Trains from Southampton to Barnsley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £102 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £102 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 20:37 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to Barnsley trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Barnsley from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and Barnsley
Most Southampton to Barnsley trains use the Southampton Central to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Barnsley leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Barnsley station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Barnsley from Barnsley city centre
Barnsley train station facilities and services
Barnsley has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barnsley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnsley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnsley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barnsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnsley: 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.
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