Edinburgh to Barnsley by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Barnsley
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Travelling from Edinburgh to Barnsley by train
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Barnsley by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Barnsley take around 3 hours and 36 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 289 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 05:40. The last departure is usually at around 22:01 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 05:48, with the last train leaving at around 21:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 32 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 29 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$240.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Barnsley, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Barnsley.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Barnsley?
The journey between Edinburgh and Barnsley usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to Barnsley every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Barnsley?
The Edinburgh to Barnsley train travel takes about 3 hours and 36 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Barnsley train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Barnsley leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 22:01 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 05:48, with the final departure at 21:00.
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