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Museum of Liverpool
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Liverpool will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barnsley for Liverpool on Tue, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. 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 $12, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Barnsley to Liverpool:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Liverpool costing on average $53 (€43).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
Tickets start at around $53 (€43) compared to roughly $26 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.32 (€-22.12). The journey takes 2h 12m versus 1h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:04 AM Barnsley | 2h27 | 7:31 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Barnsley to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Renowned public gallery with European old masters, Victorian works, and strong collections of painting, sculpture, and decorative art.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery known for major exhibitions and national collection displays at the Royal Albert Dock.
Iconic waterfront promenade with Mersey views, the Three Graces, and some of the city’s best photo spots.
Scenic walking route along the Mersey connecting major sights, museums, and open views across the river.
Creative district filled with street art, warehouses, music venues, and photogenic corners popular with younger visitors.
Liverpool’s signature stew made with slow-cooked beef or lamb, potatoes, carrots and onions. It is the city’s best-known traditional dish and gave Liverpudlians the nickname Scousers.
A meat-free version of Scouse made with potatoes, carrots, onions and sometimes pearl barley or lentils. It reflects the city’s working-class food traditions.
A traditional Liverpool bread pudding made from leftover bread, dried fruit, spices and tea, usually served with custard. It is a nostalgic local dessert found in cafés and bakeries.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in a grand Victorian setting, known for modern British tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known food hall in the Baltic Triangle with a lively atmosphere and a range of street-food traders, bars and communal seating.
Upscale restaurant with city views, serving modern British dishes, seafood and afternoon tea in a stylish atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs, cafés, and transport are fairly priced, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more on weekends and during football matches.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. No tip needed for pubs at the bar. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%.
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