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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Barnsley
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Barnsley will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Barnsley without transferring at least 3 times.
6:39 PM2h59Luton9:38 PMBarnsley$871One-way3 transfers- 7:39 PM3h31Luton11:10 PMBarnsley$871One-way3 transfers
- 9:39 PM8h07Luton5:46 AMBarnsley$871One-way3 transfers
- 10:39 PM8h59Luton7:38 AMBarnsley$871One-way3 transfers
- 6:39 PM2h59Luton9:38 PMBarnsley$871One-way3 transfers
- 7:39 PM3h31Luton11:10 PMBarnsley$871One-way3 transfers
- 9:39 PM8h07Luton5:46 AMBarnsley$871One-way3 transfers
- 10:39 PM8h59Luton7:38 AMBarnsley$871One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $73.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Barnsley:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Barnsley costing on average $103 (€84).
Other travel options to Barnsley take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 2h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $103 (€84) compared to roughly $52 (€43) 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Barnsley
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Trains from Luton to Barnsley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) but you can travel from only $48 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Barnsley trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Barnsley from $48 (€40). 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 Luton to Barnsley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Barnsley
Most Luton to Barnsley trains use the Luton to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Barnsley leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Barnsley station do trains from Luton 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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