The average train between Kirkby and Barnsley takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. 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 hourly between Kirkby and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkby is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 7:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 31m • 2 changesWant 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 Liverpool Lime Street station and arriving at Barnsley station via Huddersfield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Kirkby to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Kirkby to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.
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The distance between Kirkby and Barnsley is 93.5 km. The road distance is 104 km.
You can take a train from Kirkby to Barnsley via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Huddersfield in around 3h 26m.