The average train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Barnsley takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ashton-under-Lyne and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 7:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ashton-under-Lyne is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Stalybridge and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne station and arriving at Barnsley station via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stalybridge station.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.
Book your Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Barnsley is 41.3 km. The road distance is 71 km.
You can take a train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Barnsley via Stalybridge and Wakefield Kirkgate in around 2h 8m.