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Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley by train

First train

05:24

Last train

22:35

Departure station

Stoke-on-Trent

Arrival station

Barnsley

Journey time

From 1h 45m

Distance

48 miles (77 km)

Frequency

50 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway

Travelling from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley by train

Looking to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 43 minutes to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 45 minutes though. You'll usually find 50 trains per day running along the 48 miles (77 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Barnsley, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway to get to Barnsley. 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley 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 Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley take?

The average journey time by train between Stoke-on-Trent and Barnsley is 3 hours and 43 minutes, with around 50 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Barnsley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley?

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

What time does the first train from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley leave?

The first train from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley leaves at 05:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley leave?

The last train from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley leaves at 22:35. 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Barnsley by train?

Trains travelling from Stoke-on-Trent to Barnsley cover a distance of around 48 miles (77 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Barnsley to Stoke-on-Trent.

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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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