The average train between Barnsley and Penrith takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnsley to Penrith. 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 Penrith. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnsley is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Penrith at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Huddersfield and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Barnsley to Penrith? 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 Penrith. However, there are services departing from Barnsley station and arriving at Penrith North Lakes station via Huddersfield station and Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Barnsley to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.
Barnsley to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
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The distance between Barnsley and Penrith is 149.3 km. The road distance is 176 km.
You can take a train from Barnsley to Penrith North Lakes via Huddersfield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 12m.