Leicester to Barnsley by train

Taking the train from Leicester to Barnsley

Ready to book a trip from Leicester to Barnsley by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost for travel between Leicester and Barnsley

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £39.70, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

• Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

• Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

• Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

• Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

• Are an even greener travel option than high speed

• Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Leicester to Barnsley train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Leicester to Barnsley is at 07:12 and the last is at 23:53. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 00:27 and the last one is at 23:08. You can expect 61 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 13 minutes.

Leicester to Barnsley distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 105 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 31 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Leicester and Barnsley?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Leicester and Barnsley 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Leicester to Barnsley

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Leicester and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Barnsley city guide.