Barnsley to Manchester train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Manchester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 15

Cheapest price on Sep 15

$44

Average ticket price on Sep 15

$44

Fastest journey on Sep 15

1 h 23 m

Average journey duration on Sep 15

1 h 24 m

Trains on Sep 15

9

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Barnsley to Manchester will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.

Fast trains

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

  • Transpennine ExpressW84651+Northern RailL89776
    5:51 AM2h14
    Barnsley station (BNY)
    8:05 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84667+Northern RailG89737
    9:42 AM1h23
    Barnsley station (BNY)
    11:05 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC21804+Northern RailG89404
    9:12 AM1h23
    Barnsley station (BNY)
    10:35 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89402+East Midlands RailwayC04444
    8:12 AM1h23
    Barnsley station (BNY)
    9:35 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84661+Northern RailG89732
    8:39 AM1h26
    Barnsley station (BNY)
    10:05 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Barnsley to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. 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 bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 31 miles (50 km)

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Driving

$36

Average price

$21

Average price

Cheapest

$13

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 43m

Average total duration

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 21m

Average total duration

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0.0 - 0.0kg

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Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

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Transpennine Express

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National Express

Most popular bus company

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Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Barnsley to Manchester is a bus with an average price of $21 (€17).

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

A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Manchester costing on average $36 (€29).

The fastest way to travel from Barnsley to Manchester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 18m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barnsley and Manchester including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barnsley to Manchester among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 18m by train vs 1h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Barnsley to Manchester train times

The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84646+Northern RailL897755:22 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
1h43
7:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84651+Northern RailL897765:51 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
2h14
8:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24679 · G15889+Northern RailL897745:57 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
1h39
7:36 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24679+Northern RailL897745:57 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
1h40
7:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04444+Northern RailG894028:12 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
1h23
9:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84661+Northern RailG897328:39 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
1h26
10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21804+Northern RailG894049:12 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
1h23
10:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84667+Northern RailG897379:42 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
1h23
11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG89407+East Midlands RailwayC2181210:10 AM Barnsley station (BNY)
1h25
11:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer

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Why should you book Barnsley to Manchester trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Barnsley to Manchester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Barnsley to Manchester.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Northern Rail or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Barnsley to Manchester.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barnsley to Manchester.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trip?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Northern Rail or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Barnsley to Manchester.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Barnsley to Manchester.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Barnsley to Manchester

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Trains from Barnsley to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 1h 5m.

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
Bus from $18 (€15)
Distance
31 miles (50 km)
Average train duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€16)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 5m
First train
12:05 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
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
Bus from $18 (€15)

Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Barnsley to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Barnsley and Manchester from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$22 (€18)
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
$28 (€23)
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$19 (€16)
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost less than London, while dining and transit are manageable for tourists with many mid-range options.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.

FAQs: Trains from Barnsley to Manchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Barnsley to Manchester can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $19 (€16), while the average price is around $36 (€29).
The train from Barnsley to Manchester takes 1h 5m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Barnsley to Manchester is 31 miles (50 km).
The first train from Barnsley to Manchester leaves at 12:05 AM.
The last train from Barnsley to Manchester leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Barnsley to Manchester.
There is no direct train service currently available from Barnsley to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Barnsley to Manchester.
The train station in Barnsley that goes to Manchester is Barnsley station (BNY), which connects to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Manchester is by bus, with a cost of around $18 (€15).
The train journey from Barnsley to Manchester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through picturesque areas of the Pennines and glimpses of the Peak District, providing a pleasant visual experience for travelers.
Yes, a day trip from Barnsley to Manchester is possible with a travel time of 1h 5m and a distance of 31 miles (50 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United, with its tours and museum. Discover the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art, or enjoy a captivating performance at the Manchester Opera House. For nightlife, check out Deansgate Locks' bars and clubs. Spend a relaxing day at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery, Science and Industry Museum, and see the stunning architecture of Manchester Cathedral. The John Rylands Library offers a look at rare manuscripts, while Castlefield invites leisurely strolls through its historic ruins and canals.
To fully experience Manchester, including its cultural landmarks, museums, and vibrant nightlife, spending 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnsley to Manchester.
Since neither Barnsley nor Manchester are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Manchester include Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Newton-le-Willows, Chester.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barnsley to Manchester among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Manchester, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets, public transport, and popular tourist spots. Common scams include fake charity collectors and overcharging by unofficial taxi drivers. It is advisable to use licensed taxis and keep personal belongings secure to avoid theft. Staying aware of surroundings, particularly at night, helps reduce safety risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Barnsley to Manchester

Most Barnsley to Manchester trains use the Barnsley to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Barnsley and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Barnsley
Arrival train stations in Manchester

Which Barnsley station do trains to Manchester leave from?

Trains from Barnsley to Manchester leave from Barnsley. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Barnsley city centre at Barnsley station, Schwabisch Gmund Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 1BP.
BarnsleyBarnsley station, Schwabisch Gmund Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 1BP+44 8002006060ShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Barnsley from Barnsley city centre

Bus22A · 6m · $5 · every ~5 min

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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