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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Blackpool
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€37
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€42
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 20
13
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Blackpool will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Barnsley to Blackpool without transferring at least 2 times.
9:59 AM3h22Barnsley1:21 PMBlackpool€371One-way2 transfers- 11:07 AM3h17Barnsley2:24 PMBlackpool€371One-way2 transfers
- 1:07 PM3h17Barnsley4:24 PMBlackpool€371One-way2 transfers
- 3:05 PM3h19Barnsley6:24 PMBlackpool€371One-way2 transfers
- 5:09 PM3h15Barnsley8:24 PMBlackpool€371One-way2 transfers
- 6:08 PM3h13Barnsley9:21 PMBlackpool€481One-way3 transfers
- 6:08 PM3h13Barnsley9:21 PMBlackpool€451One-way2 transfers
- 5:09 PM3h15Barnsley8:24 PMBlackpool€371One-way2 transfers
- 2:08 PM3h16Barnsley5:24 PMBlackpool€481One-way3 transfers
- 2:08 PM3h16Barnsley5:24 PMBlackpool€451One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barnsley to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €46.
Distance: 107 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barnsley to Blackpool:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Blackpool costing on average €46.
Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 26m.
Live departures
Barnsley to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Blackpool trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:57 AM Barnsley | 3h12 | 9:09 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:09 PM Barnsley | 2h55 | 4:04 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Blackpool
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Trains from Barnsley to Blackpool run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Barnsley to Blackpool trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Barnsley and Blackpool from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barnsley to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Blackpool by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barnsley to Blackpool
Most Barnsley to Blackpool trains use the Barnsley to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Barnsley and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnsley station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Getting to Barnsley from Barnsley city centre
Barnsley train station facilities and services
Barnsley has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barnsley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnsley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnsley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barnsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station is only staffed for some of the day. Assistance available during booking office hours. There are 2 platforms at the station which can be accessed via the lift with level access from station entrance. Accessible pick up and set down points. Lifts open for all train services, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Barnsley arrive at?
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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