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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Barnsley takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading 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.

3h 17m
Duration
184 mi
Distance
£93
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Reading to Barnsley train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Reading and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 10:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 18m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 23m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading 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.

Map of how to get from Reading to Barnsley.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 183.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 17m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Sheffield every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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