Liverpool to Barnsley by train

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Overview: trains from Liverpool to Barnsley

Find the key information for travelling by train from Liverpool 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 03:37 View journey
Last train 23:19 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 3m View journey
Distance (km) 101
Trains / day 58 View all
Cheapest journey CA$157.95 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 50m
Train operators 6

Taking the train from Liverpool to Barnsley

So you’re considering going from Liverpool to Barnsley by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of train travel from Liverpool to Barnsley

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Liverpool to Barnsley:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$157.95

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train times for travel between Liverpool and Barnsley

If you are taking the train from Liverpool to Barnsley, you will have 58 trains each day (with a departure every 12 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 03:37. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:19. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:54, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:30.

Average train travel time from Liverpool to Barnsley

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 3 minutes, travelling a total distance of 101 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Liverpool and Barnsley?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Further insights on trains from Liverpool to Barnsley

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Barnsley city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Liverpool to Barnsley

Want to know more about your journey from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Barnsley is 101 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.