Warrington to Barnsley train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington to Barnsley

Showing times and prices for 24 Nov

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

1 h 53 m

Average duration

2 h 27 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

75 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Warrington to Barnsley will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Warrington 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 75 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 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
06:461h53
Warrington
08:39Barnsley
£401One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
04:593h00
Warrington
07:59Barnsley
£421One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Warrington to Barnsley train times

The table below shows live departures for Warrington to Barnsley trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail04:59 Warrington
3h00
07:59 Barnsley0 changesdirect
transpennine_express06:46 Warrington
1h53
08:39 Barnsley0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington to Barnsley

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Trains from Warrington to Barnsley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 20:44. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 51m.

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
75 km
Average train duration
1h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
1h 51m
First train
05:23
Last train
20:44
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, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Warrington to Barnsley trainsTransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Warrington and Barnsley from £40. 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 51m
Cheapest Price
£40
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
£31
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 56m
Cheapest Price
£22
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Warrington to Barnsley train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington 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
Yes, a day trip from Warrington to Barnsley is feasible as the journey takes 1h 51m with a train frequency of 3 per day, covering a distance of 75 km.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Warrington to Barnsley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Warrington to Barnsley offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Cheshire countryside and glimpses of the Pennines, providing a pleasant but not particularly dramatic scenic experience.
To travel from Warrington to Barnsley, you can take a train.
Booking trains from Warrington to Barnsley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Warrington to Barnsley covers a distance of 75 km and takes approximately 1h 51m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Warrington to Barnsley is by train, costing approximately £40.
The train station in Warrington that goes to Barnsley is Warrington Central (WAC), and it arrives at Barnsley station (BNY).
The train distance from Warrington to Barnsley is 75 km.
The first train from Warrington to Barnsley leaves at 5:23.
Trains from Warrington to Barnsley run approximately 3 times per day.
The last train from Warrington to Barnsley departs at 20:44.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Warrington to Barnsley.
There is no night train service from Warrington to Barnsley.
Yes, you can take the train from Warrington to Barnsley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Warrington to Barnsley.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Warrington and Barnsley

Warrington
Barnsley
The major train station for departures in Warrington is Warrington Bank Quay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Warrington Bank Quay for your trip from Warrington to Barnsley.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 05:45 - 19:00 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Warrington Bank Quay Car Park 2 - Slutchers Lane
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • 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
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 28 cycle spaces are available outside the main entrance and 8 cycle spaces are on Platform 3/4.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Warrington Bank Quay
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Forecourt.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer 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
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.

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