The average train between Doncaster and Barnsley takes 59 min and the fastest train takes 37 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Doncaster 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 30 minutes between Doncaster and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 5:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 59 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Barnsley station via Meadowhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.
Doncaster to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Doncaster station.
Doncaster to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.
Book your Doncaster to Barnsley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Doncaster and Barnsley is 23.5 km. The road distance is 44 km.
You can take a train from Doncaster to Barnsley via Meadowhall in around 49 min.