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London Waterloo to Barnsley Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo to Barnsley? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £22.50, with average prices for this route around £78.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
21:51 7h 54m, Changes required London Waterloo	05:45 +1 Barnsley		Find Tickets
21:54 9h 47m, Changes required London Waterloo	07:41 +1 Barnsley		Find Tickets
22:50 7h 41m, Changes required London Waterloo	06:31 +1 Barnsley		Find Tickets
22:54 8h 47m, Changes required London Waterloo	07:41 +1 Barnsley		Find Tickets
23:59 8h 3m, Changes required London Waterloo	08:02 +1 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

London Waterloo to Barnsley Train Route Details

First train

05:32

Last train

23:59

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Barnsley

Journey time

3h 6m

Distance

246 km

Price

£22.50*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Barnsley

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Waterloo and Barnsley, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo to Barnsley. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Waterloo to Barnsley, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Barnsley ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Waterloo to Barnsley more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Barnsley train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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