The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Barnsley
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Barnsley will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Birmingham for Barnsley on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:55 AM1h45Birmingham12:40 PMBarnsley$161One-way0 transfers
10:55 AM1h45Birmingham12:40 PMBarnsley$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Barnsley:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Barnsley costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Barnsley take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 58m.
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Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Birmingham to Barnsley Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Birmingham to Barnsley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Barnsley buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:55 PM Birmingham | 2h40 | 6:35 PM Barnsley | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 10:55 AM Birmingham | 1h45 | 12:40 PM Barnsley | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Barnsley
Buses from Birmingham to Barnsley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Birmingham to BarnsleyYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Barnsley with FlixBus for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Barnsley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Barnsley
Most Birmingham to Barnsley buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Barnsley bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
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