How to travel from Barnsley to Leicester

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Compare train and bus for Barnsley to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $55.

Distance: 64 miles (104 km)

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Driving

$55

Average price

$14

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Cheapest

$29

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 35m

Average total duration

2h 5m

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30m

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2h 32m

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2h 2m

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1h 30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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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 Leicester is a bus with an average price of $14.

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

A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Leicester costing on average $55.

The fastest way to travel from Barnsley to Leicester is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 32m.

Other travel options to Leicester take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barnsley and Leicester including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barnsley to Leicester 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 $55 compared to roughly $29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-25.88. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 30m 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.

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from Barnsley to Leicester

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Northern Trains Limited
    12:00 PM1h27
    Barnsley
    1:27 PMLeicester
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Northern Trains Limited
    12:00 PM1h27
    Barnsley
    1:27 PMLeicester
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Northern Trains Limited
    12:00 PM1h27
    Barnsley
    1:27 PMLeicester
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Northern Trains Limited
    3:00 PM1h27
    Barnsley
    4:27 PMLeicester
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern Trains Limited
    8:00 AM1h28
    Barnsley
    9:28 AMLeicester
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern Trains Limited
    2:00 PM1h28
    Barnsley
    3:28 PMLeicester
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barnsley to Leicester

Travel to Leicester 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 Leicester.

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There are 2 options to travel between Barnsley and Leicester including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Barnsley to Leicester is a bus with an average price of $14.

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

A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnsley to Leicester costing on average $55.

The fastest way to travel from Barnsley to Leicester is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 32m.

Other travel options to Leicester take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 35m.

The distance from Barnsley to Leicester is approximately 64 miles (104 km).
The average frequency per day from Barnsley to Leicester is:
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barnsley and Leicester 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 Leicester:
  • Trains mostly depart from Barnsley station (BNY) and arrive in Leicester station (LEI).
  • Buses mostly depart from Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange and arrive in Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barnsley to Leicester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leicester by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway to go to Leicester by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barnsley to Leicester:
  • 13 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Barnsley to Leicester often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, London St Pancras International (STP), Nottingham, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leicester and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leicester to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Leicester's main attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre.

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