The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Barnsley
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Barnsley will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sheffield for Barnsley on Sun, Jun 21, 5 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 trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
9:44 PM0h27Sheffield10:11 PMBarnsley$41One-way0 transfers
4:43 PM0h29Sheffield5:12 PMBarnsley$41One-way0 transfers
9:38 AM0h28Sheffield10:06 AMBarnsley$41One-way0 transfers
8:44 PM0h27Sheffield9:11 PMBarnsley$41One-way0 transfers
7:17 PM0h19Sheffield7:36 PMBarnsley$81One-way0 transfers
7:17 PM0h19Sheffield7:36 PMBarnsley$81One-way0 transfers
9:44 PM0h27Sheffield10:11 PMBarnsley$41One-way0 transfers
8:44 PM0h27Sheffield9:11 PMBarnsley$41One-way0 transfers
9:38 AM0h28Sheffield10:06 AMBarnsley$41One-way0 transfers
4:43 PM0h29Sheffield5:12 PMBarnsley$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $2, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$5 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Sheffield to Barnsley:
A train is $1 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sheffield to Barnsley costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Barnsley take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
The journey is about 5m faster (25m by train vs 30m by car) and roughly $0.73 (€0.60) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $6 (€5)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Sheffield to Barnsley train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Barnsley trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L89735 | 6:02 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h28 | 6:30 AM Barnsley station (BNY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89397 | 6:19 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h20 | 6:39 AM Barnsley station (BNY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C32121 | 6:30 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h28 | 6:58 AM Barnsley station (BNY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89722 | 6:44 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h21 | 7:05 AM Barnsley station (BNY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89737 | 7:02 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h27 | 7:29 AM Barnsley station (BNY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89724 | 7:18 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h20 | 7:38 AM Barnsley station (BNY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Barnsley
Trains from Sheffield to Barnsley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Barnsley trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Barnsley from $2 (€2). 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 Sheffield to Barnsley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Barnsley
Most Sheffield to Barnsley trains use the Sheffield to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Barnsley leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Barnsley station do trains from Sheffield 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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