The average train between Exeter and Barnsley takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 2 hours between Exeter and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Barnsley station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Exeter to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Barnsley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Exeter to Barnsley train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Barnsley is 343.8 km. The road distance is 412 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Sheffield every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 3h 51m.