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Trains from Harold Wood to Barnsley

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Trains to Barnsley from Harold Wood

First train

04:12

Last train

23:04

Departure stationHarold Wood
Arrival stationBarnsley
Journey time

From 3h 40m

Distance

153 miles (247 km)

Frequency

26 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Harold Wood to Barnsley?

Check out the next trains departing from Harold Wood to Barnsley for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:5616:024h 6m, 4 changes
11:5616:074h 11m, 5 changes
11:5616:094h 13m, 4 changes
12:1916:294h 10m, 3 changes
12:2616:093h 43m, 5 changes
12:4916:383h 49m, 3 changes
13:1917:083h 49m, 3 changes
13:2617:294h 3m, 5 changes
13:4917:383h 49m, 3 changes
13:5618:024h 6m, 4 changes

Plan your journey from Harold Wood to Barnsley

Considering a trip to Barnsley and need more information on how to take the train from Harold Wood to Barnsley? Start your search with us today!

Usually, the train from Harold Wood to Barnsley takes around 4 hours 24 minutes. Every day, there are around 26 trains running on this popular route.

There will be 3 changes on your journey from Harold Wood to Barnsley, as there are no direct trains.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink and TransPennine Express trains run on this route.

Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.

Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Harold Wood to Barnsley?

Want to know more about your journey from Harold Wood to Barnsley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Harold Wood to Barnsley?

You can get from Harold Wood to Barnsley by train in 4 hours and 24 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 40 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Harold Wood to Barnsley take?

The average journey time by train between Harold Wood and Barnsley is 4 hours and 24 minutes, with around 26 trains per day running on this route. 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 Harold Wood and Barnsley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Harold Wood to Barnsley is 3 hours and 40 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Harold Wood to Barnsley?

No, there are no direct train services from Harold Wood to Barnsley. Travelling from Harold Wood to Barnsley by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Harold Wood to Barnsley?

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Harold Wood to Barnsley is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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