Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Barnsley travel guide

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You're Going to Love Barnsley

With a population of 71 447, Barnsley is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Barnsley to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Barnsley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Favela Brazilian Grill (1-3 Church Street) and Beatson House Restaurant (2 Darton Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Barnsley

Barnsley in November
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Barnsley in November
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Barnsley

Plane

Although Barnsley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 37 km from Barnsley. The shortest domestic flight to Barnsley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Barnsley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 246 km from Barnsley. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Barnsley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 37 km from Barnsley. The shortest domestic flight to Barnsley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Barnsley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 246 km from Barnsley. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Barnsley

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Barnsley

Lufthansa
Good (8,217 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,188 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,053 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,529 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,120 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,961 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,530 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,513 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,460 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
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Where to stay in Barnsley

Average rates range from around £56 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £518 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Barnsley

Most booked hotels in Barnsley

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Cubley Hall
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Ibis Styles Barnsley
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£50+
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Holiday Inn Barnsley M1, Jct.37 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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Mercure Barnsley Tankersley Manor Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£81+
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Hiring a car in Barnsley

Hiring a car in Barnsley costs £34 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Barnsley.

Expect to pay £1.61 per litre in Barnsley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.27 and £25.70. The most frequently booked car type in Barnsley is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Barnsley costs £34 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Barnsley.

Expect to pay £1.61 per litre in Barnsley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.27 and £25.70. The most frequently booked car type in Barnsley is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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