Norwich to Barnsley by train

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Overview: trains from Norwich to Barnsley

Find the key information for travelling by train from Norwich to Barnsley, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:50 View journey
Last train 22:40 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 36m View journey
Distance (km) 213
Trains / day 12 View all
Cheapest journey AU$229.87 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 10m
Train operators 4

Explore Norwich to Barnsley by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Norwich to Barnsley aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Norwich and Barnsley

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$229.87

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Norwich to Barnsley departure frequency and train timetable

With 12 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 1 hour, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:50 and the last one is at 22:40. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:50, with the last one at 20:52.

How long does the train from Norwich to Barnsley take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 36 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 213 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Norwich and Barnsley?

You can secure tickets for travel between Norwich and Barnsley up to 2 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

More information on train travel from Norwich to Barnsley

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Barnsley city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Norwich to Barnsley

Want to know more about your journey from Norwich to Barnsley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Norwich and Barnsley is 213 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.