The average train between Irvine and Barnsley takes 6h 51m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Irvine 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 every 2 hours between Irvine and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irvine is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 11:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 6h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Irvine 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 Irvine to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Irvine station and arriving at Barnsley station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.
Irvine to Barnsley train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.
Irvine to Barnsley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Barnsley station.
Book your Irvine to Barnsley train tickets online with ScotRail, Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Irvine and Barnsley is 307.7 km. The road distance is 535 km.
You can take a train from Irvine to Barnsley via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Leeds in around 6h 51m.