The average train between Barnsley and Edinburgh takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnsley to Edinburgh. 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 Barnsley and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnsley is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 9:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 1m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Barnsley to Edinburgh? 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 Barnsley to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley station via Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Barnsley to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Barnsley to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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The distance between Barnsley and Edinburgh is 288.8 km. The road distance is 343 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 5 times a week.