The average train between Kent and Barnsley takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 1:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 49m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Ashford International station and arriving at Sheffield station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Kent to Barnsley train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Barnsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.
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The distance between Kent and Barnsley is 296.1 km. The road distance is 351 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Barnsley via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, and Sheffield in around 4h 26m.