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Barnsley to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 2h 26m to travel from Barnsley to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 76 miles (122 km). There are normally 45 trains per day traveling from Barnsley to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from $91.34 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:52 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:52 pm | |
| Departure station | Barnsley | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 39m | |
| Distance | 76 miles (122 km) | |
| Frequency | 45 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $91.34 | |
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Taking the train from Barnsley to Birmingham in 1 hour 39 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Barnsley to Birmingham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 26 minutes to travel the 122 km from Barnsley to Birmingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 39 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 45 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Barnsley to Birmingham start from $91.34 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Birmingham? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Barnsley to Birmingham
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Cheap train tickets from Barnsley to Birmingham
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Barnsley to Birmingham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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