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Rugby to Barnsley trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rugby and Barnsley takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby 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 31m
Duration
103 mi
Distance
£47
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Rugby to Barnsley train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Rugby and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 10:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth High Level and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 27m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 38m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 38m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 38m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 38m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 38m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rugby 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 Rugby to Barnsley.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 103.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Barnsley via Tamworth High Level and Sheffield in around 3h.

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