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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Barnsley

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€11

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€11

Fastest journey on Sep 20

3 h 5 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

3 h 5 m

Buses on Sep 20

1

Distance

28 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Barnsley will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Leeds to Barnsley without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX131 · NX564
    4:30 PM3h05
    Leeds, Coach Station
    7:35 PMBarnsley, Interchange
    €111One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leeds to Barnsley

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, while a bus costs an average of €8.

Distance: 28 km

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Bus
Most popular
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Driving

€8

Average price

€5

Average price

Cheapest

€7

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 16m

Average total duration

46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

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30m

Additional time*

35m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Barnsley is a train with an average price of €5.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Barnsley:

A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Leeds to Barnsley costing on average €8.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Barnsley is by train with an average journey time of 36m.

Other travel options to Barnsley take longer:

Bus takes on average 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Barnsley including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Leeds to Barnsley bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Barnsley buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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National ExpressNX131 · NX5644:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station
3h05
7:35 PM Barnsley, Interchange1 transfer

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National Express as well as Arriva UK offer buses services from Leeds to Barnsley.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Barnsley

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Buses from Leeds to Barnsley run on average 1 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €2 by train.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:46. The fastest bus covers the 28 km distance in 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €2
Distance
28 km
Average bus duration
57m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
45m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
11:46 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €2

Bus providers: National Express, Arriva UK from Leeds to BarnsleyYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Barnsley with National Express, Arriva UK for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
45m
Cheapest National Express Price
€7
National Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Arriva UK Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Arriva UK Price
€8
Arriva UK frequency
19 a day

FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Barnsley

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Barnsley by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barnsley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leeds to Barnsley can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Barnsley is €8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Leeds to Barnsley is 45m to travel the 28 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Leeds to Barnsley leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leeds to Barnsley leaves at 11:46 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Leeds to Barnsley with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leeds to Barnsley, you can count on National Express, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Barnsley. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Barnsley and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Barnsley, Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Barnsley from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leeds to Barnsley is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Barnsley including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leeds to Barnsley:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Barnsley for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leeds to Barnsley depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Leeds to Barnsley.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Barnsley:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Barnsley:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leeds to Barnsley.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leeds to Barnsley with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Barnsley with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leeds to Barnsley with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Leeds to Barnsley

Most Leeds to Barnsley buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Barnsley, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Barnsley bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Leeds
Arrival bus stations in Barnsley

Which Leeds station do buses to Barnsley leave from?

Buses from Leeds to Barnsley leave from Leeds, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Leeds city centre at Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK.
Leeds, Coach StationLeeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, Coach Station from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 3m
19, 19A · 3m · €2 · every ~7 min

Leeds, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.

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