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Sandwich to Barnsley by train

First train

05:18

Last train

21:22

Departure station

Sandwich

Arrival station

Barnsley

Journey time

From 4h 41m

Distance

198 miles (318 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern

How to travel from Sandwich to Barnsley by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Sandwich to Barnsley? Look no further.

You'll usually find 9 trains per day running between Sandwich and Barnsley, which usually take 6 hours 25 minutes to complete the 198 miles (318 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Barnsley by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both East Midlands Railway and Southeastern trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Sandwich to Barnsley if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Barnsley? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Sandwich to Barnsley? 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 Sandwich to Barnsley take?

The average journey time by train between Sandwich and Barnsley is 6 hours and 25 minutes, with around 9 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 Sandwich and Barnsley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Sandwich to Barnsley is 4 hours and 41 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Sandwich to Barnsley?

No, there are no direct train services from Sandwich to Barnsley. Travelling from Sandwich to Barnsley by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Sandwich to Barnsley leave?

The first train from Sandwich to Barnsley leaves at 05:18. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Sandwich to Barnsley leave?

The last train from Sandwich to Barnsley leaves at 21:22. 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 Sandwich and Barnsley by train?

Trains travelling from Sandwich to Barnsley cover a distance of around 198 miles (318 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Barnsley to Sandwich.

Cheap train tickets from Sandwich to Barnsley

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Consider a Season Ticket

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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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