The average train between Kirkby and Barnsley takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Kirkby 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 Kirkby and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkby is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Rochdale and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kirkby 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 Kirkby to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Kirkby station and arriving at Barnsley station via Rochdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Kirkby to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane station.
Kirkby to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.
Book your Kirkby to Barnsley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Kirkby and Barnsley is 93.5 km. The road distance is 172 km.
You can take a train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Barnsley via Rochdale and Leeds in around 3h 57m.