The average train between Wigan and Barnsley takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan 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 Wigan and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan 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 Wigan to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Barnsley station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Wigan to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.
Wigan to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.
Book your Wigan to Barnsley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wigan and Barnsley is 76.2 km. The road distance is 102 km.
You can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Barnsley via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield in around 2h 53m.