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Cannon Hall Museum
Gallery and museum in Cannon Hall Park, showing fine and decorative arts in an elegant country house. A strong choice for art and interiors.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
42 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
42 m
Trains on 19 Sept
1
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Woodlesford to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Woodlesford to Barnsley will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 trains from Woodlesford to Barnsley, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Woodlesford to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 23 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Woodlesford to Barnsley:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Woodlesford to Barnsley costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Barnsley take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 53m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.98. The journey takes 40m versus 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Woodlesford to Barnsley trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:41 Woodlesford | 0h42 | 8:23 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Woodlesford to Barnsley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 39m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:11 |
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Discover the best of Barnsley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barnsley trip today.
Gallery and museum in Cannon Hall Park, showing fine and decorative arts in an elegant country house. A strong choice for art and interiors.
Modern museum exploring Barnsley’s social and industrial story through interactive displays, archives and local objects in the town centre.
Working watermill museum where visitors can see traditional milling machinery and learn about rural industry beside the reservoir and park.
Large landscaped park around a country house, with lakes, gardens and walks. Popular for relaxed strolling and family visits in all seasons.
Historic park with woodland, open grass and routes to a folly viewpoint. A local favourite for walking and seeing a quieter side of Barnsley.
Town-centre square used for markets, events and seasonal displays. A practical starting point for exploring Barnsley’s civic and shopping core.
A South Yorkshire staple of cured beef, usually sliced for sandwiches or salads. It is closely associated with nearby Sheffield and widely eaten across Barnsley.
A rich fruit loaf flavoured with tea and spice, traditionally served sliced with butter. It is a classic Yorkshire bake found in local cafés and homes.
A crisp, flat oatcake or biscuit from Yorkshire, often eaten with Wensleydale cheese. It is a long-standing regional bakery favourite.
Well-known Barnsley steakhouse and grill serving steaks, burgers and hearty mains in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and dependable service in a comfortable town-centre setting.
Traditional pub and dining rooms in Cannon Hall with classic British dishes, Sunday roasts and a polished but relaxed country-house atmosphere.
Barnsley is generally cheaper than larger UK tourist cities, with lower dining and lodging costs and reasonably priced local transport.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Barnsley Interchange -> The Glass Works Square, Barnsley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Woodlesford 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.

Most Woodlesford to Barnsley trains use the Woodlesford to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Woodlesford and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Woodlesford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Woodlesford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woodlesford: Parking.
Available at Woodlesford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodlesford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step free access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. Access to the ramp can only be made from the main/car park entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Barnsley has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Barnsley.
Ticket office support is available at Barnsley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barnsley: Parking, WC.
Available at Barnsley: Bike Parking.
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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