The average train between Bristol and Barnsley takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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 Bristol and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Barnsley station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Bristol to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Bristol to Barnsley train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bristol and Barnsley is 244.8 km. The road distance is 291 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 45m.