How to travel from Barnsley to Bradford

Sat, Sep 19
+ Add return
Travel by train, bus with
Northern Rail
National Express
Globe of Barnsley
Stagecoach Yorkshire
Northern Trains Limited
1,000+ more
Northern Rail
National Express
Globe of Barnsley
Stagecoach Yorkshire
Northern Trains Limited
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Barnsley to Bradford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. 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 $13, while a train costs an average of $21.

Distance: 19 miles (32 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

$21

Average price

$13

Average price

Cheapest

$10

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

56m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 58m

Average total duration

1h 28m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

45m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Barnsley to Bradford is a bus with an average price of $13 (€11).

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

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Bradford costing on average $21 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from Barnsley to Bradford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 26m.

Other travel options to Bradford take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barnsley and Bradford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barnsley to Bradford among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.63 (€-8.69). The journey takes 56m versus 45m 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.

Travel options
from Barnsley to Bradford

How to get from Barnsley to Bradford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Barnsley to Bradford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern RailL89774 · G88955
    5:57 AM1h18
    Barnsley station (BNY)
    7:15 AMBradford Interchange (BDI)
    $241One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Northern RailL89774 · G88955
    5:57 AM1h18
    Barnsley station (BNY)
    7:15 AMBradford Interchange (BDI)
    $241One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Northern RailL89774 · G88955
    5:57 AM1h18
    Barnsley station (BNY)
    7:15 AMBradford Interchange (BDI)
    $241One-way
    1 transfer

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sat
Sep 19
Sun
Sep 20
Mon
Sep 21
Tue
Sep 22
Wed
Sep 23
Thu
Sep 24
Fri
Sep 25

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Barnsley to Bradford

Travel to Bradford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barnsley to Bradford.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Barnsley and Bradford including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Barnsley to Bradford is a bus with an average price of $13 (€11).

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

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Bradford costing on average $21 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from Barnsley to Bradford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 26m.

Other travel options to Bradford take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 58m.

The distance from Barnsley to Bradford is approximately 19 miles (32 km).
The average frequency per day from Barnsley to Bradford is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barnsley and Bradford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barnsley to Bradford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Barnsley station (BNY) and arrive in Bradford Interchange (BDI).
  • Buses mostly depart from Barnsley, Interchange and arrive in Bradford, Nelson Street N2.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barnsley to Bradford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Bradford by bus.
  • Travel with Northern Rail to go to Bradford by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barnsley to Bradford:
  • 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Barnsley to Bradford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Stockport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bradford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bradford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Bradford's rich cultural heritage, museums, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

Travelling from Barnsley to Bradford: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to United KingdomTravel to BradfordHow to travel from Barnsley to Bradford

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone