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Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston by train

First train

03:58

Last train

20:45

Departure station

Barrow-in-Furness

Arrival station

Beeston

Journey time

From 3h 50m

Distance

117 miles (189 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast

Travelling from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston by train

Looking to travel from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 38 minutes to travel from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 50 minutes though. You'll usually find 7 trains per day running along the 117 miles (189 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Beeston, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to get to Beeston. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston take?

The average journey time by train between Barrow-in-Furness and Beeston is 5 hours and 38 minutes, with around 7 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Barrow-in-Furness and Beeston by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston is 3 hours and 50 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston?

No, there are no direct train services from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston. Travelling from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston leave?

The first train from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston leaves at 03:58. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston leave?

The last train from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston leaves at 20:45. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Barrow-in-Furness and Beeston by train?

Trains travelling from Barrow-in-Furness to Beeston cover a distance of around 117 miles (189 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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