The average train between Wrexham and Barnsley takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Wrexham 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 hourly between Wrexham and Barnsley. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wrexham is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Barnsley at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Wrexham to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Wrexham station and arriving at Barnsley station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Wrexham to Barnsley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Wrexham General station.
Wrexham to Barnsley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Barnsley station.
Book your Wrexham to Barnsley train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and 4 other operators.
The distance between Wrexham and Barnsley is 114.8 km. The road distance is 177 km.
You can take a train from Wrexham General to Barnsley via Crewe, Stockport, and Sheffield in around 3h 2m.