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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Barnsley
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €37
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €37
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 22 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 28 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 13
- Distance
- 50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Barnsley will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Barnsley without transferring at least once.
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L897622:43 PM 1h52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 4:35 PM Darton station (DRT) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer- C04363+L89760
1:43 PM 1h53 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 3:36 PM Darton station (DRT) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer - C04368+L89763
3:43 PM 1h52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 5:35 PM Darton station (DRT) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer 
W84700+C321713:13 PM 1h56 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 5:09 PM Dodworth station (DOD) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer- W84689+C32161
1:13 PM 1h56 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 3:09 PM Dodworth station (DOD) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer
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1:30 PM 1h22 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 2:52 PM Dodworth station (DOD) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer - C32063+W84825
3:30 PM 1h22 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 4:52 PM Dodworth station (DOD) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer - C32058+W84818
2:30 PM 1h22 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 3:52 PM Dodworth station (DOD) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer - C32052+W84813
1:30 PM 1h29 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 2:59 PM Barnsley station (BNY) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer - W84813+P23826
1:30 PM 1h44 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 3:14 PM Darton station (DRT) €37 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Barnsley
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Trains from Manchester to Barnsley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Manchester to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Barnsley trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:12 AM Manchester | 1h27 | 8:39 AM Barnsley | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:09 AM Manchester | 1h28 | 9:37 AM Barnsley | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 AM Manchester | 2h04 | 10:39 AM Barnsley | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:02 AM Manchester | 1h38 | 10:40 AM Barnsley | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:17 PM Manchester | 1h21 | 7:38 PM Barnsley | 0 transfersDirect |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Barnsley
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Barnsley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Barnsley 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 Barnsley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Barnsley
Most Manchester to Barnsley trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Barnsley leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, 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.
Which Barnsley station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
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.
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