The average train between Wakefield and Barnsley takes 15 min and the fastest train takes 13 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 11:48 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 15 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Barnsley station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 15 min.
Wakefield to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.
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The distance between Wakefield and Barnsley is 14.9 km. The road distance is 18 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 18 min.
