York to Barnsley by train

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Overview: trains from York to Barnsley

Find the key information for travelling by train from York 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 00:16 View journey
Last train 23:17 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 52
Trains / day 100 View all
Cheapest journey €19.66 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 48m
Train operators 8

Explore York to Barnsley by train

Thinking about travelling from York to Barnsley by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of train travel from York to Barnsley

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

  • Cheapest ticket: €19.66

  • 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 from York to Barnsley

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 00:16 and the last departure is 23:06. On weekends, the first train departs at 01:38 and the last train leaves at 23:17. On average, a total of 100 trains make this journey each day.

Travel time and distance between York and Barnsley

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 4 minutes, covering a total of 52 kilometres.

When do tickets between York and Barnsley go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between York and Barnsley 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making the most of your trip to Barnsley

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Barnsley.

FAQs about the train journey from York to Barnsley

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

The total journey from York to Barnsley is 52 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.