The average train between Paisley and Barnsley takes 6h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Paisley 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 Paisley and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paisley is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 8:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 6h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Paisley 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 Paisley to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Paisley station and arriving at Barnsley station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.
Paisley to Barnsley train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Paisley to Barnsley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Paisley to Barnsley train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Paisley and Barnsley is 316.6 km. The road distance is 461 km.
You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Barnsley via Glasgow Central, Lancaster, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 5h 50m.