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Preston to Barnsley trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Barnsley takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 48m
Duration
83 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
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  1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain train Blackpool North - York / ...
  2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain train Leeds - Nottingham / ...
2h 40m
£32–59

Preston to Barnsley train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 82.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Barnsley via Leeds in around 2h 40m.

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