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Barnsley to Southampton by train
| First train | 05:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:40 | |
| Departure station | Barnsley | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 23m | |
| Distance | 183 miles (294 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway |
Taking the train from Barnsley to Southampton in 4 hours 23 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Barnsley to Southampton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 56 minutes to travel the 183 miles (294 km) from Barnsley to Southampton by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway to Southampton. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Barnsley to Southampton in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Southampton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Barnsley to Southampton
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