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Rochdale to Barnsley trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rochdale and Barnsley takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is an hourly train service from Rochdale 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.

2h 10m
Duration
68 mi
Distance
£27
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain train Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
  2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain train Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2h 18m
£22–41

Rochdale to Barnsley train times

Trains run hourly between Rochdale and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 50m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 55m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 4m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 52m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 52m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 51m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochdale 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.

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  • Distance: 67.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Rochdale, England and Barnsley, England?

You can take a train from Rochdale to Barnsley via Leeds in around 2h 18m.

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