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Cologne to Barnsley trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Barnsley takes 8h 37m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne 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.

8h 37m
Duration
547 mi
Distance
£277
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Brussels

best
  1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain train 79
  2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain train
7h 45m
£223–407

Cologne to Barnsley train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Cologne and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 11:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles Midi and take an average of 8h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cologne 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.

Map of how to get from Cologne to Barnsley.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 546.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Barnsley via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, and Sheffield in around 7h 45m.

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