Getting around in Barnsley
Getting around in Barnsley
Drive, walk, cycle, run, or use public transport to make your way around Barnsley.
Explore Barnsley your way.
Once you're in Barnsley, there's a variety of ways to get around.
Barnsley has always been a great place for walkers. Stroll through the Town Centre, the Victorian arcades, along the streets and pedestrian areas. Wander the market town of Penistone, ramble around Barnsley’s many nature reserves, reservoirs and parks or take a hike through the countryside. Barnsley is brilliant to explore by foot, wherever you are.
Prefer to travel by rail or bus? Barnsley has a convenient travel interchange in the heart of the town centre. The interchange connects the train and bus services, making it easy to switch between them.
You can also access the interchange by bike or on foot, as there’s an Active Travel Hub. The interchange is open from 5 am to midnight on weekdays, and from 6 am to midnight on weekends and bank holidays.
Another way to explore Barnsley is by bike, as the Trans Pennine Trail crosses the borough; providing traffic-free paths for cyclists and walkers. The trail runs from coast to coast, passing through scenic landscapes and historic sites along the way. You can join the trail at various points in Barnsley, such as Elsecar, Wombwell, or Penistone. You can also hire a bike from one of the cycle hubs in the area, or bring your own and use the secure bike lockers at the interchange.
The best ways to get around Barnsley
FOR RAMBLERS WHO LOVE TO WALK
There’s no shortage of green spaces in Barnsley, from parks and nature reserves to reservoirs, woodlands and more.
The Trans Pennine trail is one of the longest walking routes in the UK, running from coast to coast across the North of England and through Barnsley; with access points at Elsecar, Wombwell and Penistone. The Transpennine trail has been designed with walkers in mind, with most of it being relatively flat and comprehensively signed. You can find out more about it here.
The Penistone Line trail covers brilliant landscapes from urban woods to farmlands and canal towpaths and runs from Sheffield to Huddersfield. Between Sheffield and Barnsley, the trail follows the rivers Dearne and Don and can be easily accessed from Barnsley (BNY) station and Wombwell (WOM) station.
Some other popular walking routes include:
- • Worsbrough Reservoir and Mill Park Circular
- • Elsecar, Hoyland and Wentworth Circular
- • Notton Woods Circular
Useful links for walkers and ramblers:
FOR CYCLISTS WHO LOVE TO PEDDLE
Cycling is a popular activity in Barnsley for locals, visitors and all those passing through! The starting town for the Tour de Yorkshire and brief host to 2014’s Tour de France Grand Depart, Barnsley’s trails and cycling routes attract both casual and professional cyclists.
If you’re looking to travel by bicycle around the town centre and across the borough, you can find many dedicated cycle lanes. These will be indicated by road signs and markings.
Most of the cycle routes along the Transpennine trail are off-road and many of them are traffic-free throughout the 207 miles. The flat terrain makes this trail suitable for riders of all ages and experience levels, with many places to explore en route.
There are other great routes where you can cycle in Barnsley. Follow the links below to plan your next cycling adventure in locations across the borough.
Useful links for cyclists:
HOP ON AND OFF OF THE BUS ROUTES
Getting around Barnsley by bus is fast, accessible and affordable. You can access different parts of the borough from Barnsley Interchange, which connects train and bus services — making it easy to switch between them. You can also access the interchange by bike on foot through the Active Travel Hub.
The Interchange is open from 5 am to midnight on weekdays, and from 6 am to midnight on weekends and bank holidays.
Visit Barnsley North on these bus routes from Interchange:
95, 95a, 96, 22a, 59, 57, 59a, 12, 1
Visit Barnsley East on these bus routes from Interchange:
95, 95a, 96, 22a, 59, 57, 59a, 12, 1
Visit Barnsley South on these bus routes from Interchange:
2, 66, 67, X17, 22x, 226, 67a, 22c
Visit Barnsley West on these bus routes from Interchange:
20, 95, 93, 95a, X17, 1
EXPLORE THE BEST OF BARNSLEY BY RAIL
With a travel interchange in the heart of the town centre and stations across the borough, getting around by train is one of the most popular ways to explore Barnsley.
Useful links for rail travel:
DRIVE WITH FREEDOM ACROSS BARNSLEY
Driving around Barnsley is easy, with routes galore from the town centre to all parts of the borough.
You can park your car in one of the many car parks or on-street parking spaces available. Some car parks are free, while others charge a fee depending on the duration of your stay. You can pay by cash, card, or phone using the RingGo and PayByPhone apps.
There is also a range of taxi services available, with the most popular being Veezu, Citytaxis, Blue Line Taxis, Arrow Taxis and A-Line Taxis.
Useful links for driving in Barnsley:
NEED THE LOO WHILST OUT AND ABOUT?
There are several public toilets available across Barnsley, some with baby-changing facilities. For those toilets for disabled people only, you’ll need a RADAR key.
You can find public toilets here:
- • The Glass Works, Barnsley Town Centre
- • Barnsley Markets, Barnsley Town Centre
- • Cannon Hall, Barkhouse Lane, Cawthorne
- • Elsecar Park
- • Locke Park, Park Road, Kingston
- • Penistone Town Centre
Always check the venue for opening hours and access before attending.