Retford to Barnsley by train

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Overview: trains from Retford to Barnsley

Find the key information for travelling by train from Retford to Barnsley, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:56 View journey
Last train 20:03 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 2m View journey
Distance (km) 44
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey CA$15.99 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 9m
Train operators 2

Taking the train from Retford to Barnsley

Ready to book a trip from Retford to Barnsley by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Retford to Barnsley

Getting from Retford to Barnsley by rail typically costs CA$15.99, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel between Retford and Barnsley

If you are taking the train from Retford to Barnsley, you will have 18 trains each day (with a departure every 43 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:56. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:03. On weekends, the first train departs at 07:01, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 20:03.

How long does the train from Retford to Barnsley take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 2 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 44 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Retford to Barnsley trains

Tickets for travel to Barnsley along this route are available for purchase 5 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn more about train travel from Retford to Barnsley

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Retford and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Barnsley city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Retford to Barnsley

Want to know more about your journey from Retford to Barnsley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Retford to Barnsley covers 44 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.