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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kirkby to Barnsley
Take a train from Kirkby to Barnsley and enjoy the approximately 94 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 94 km |
Trains per day 3 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Kirkby to Barnsley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkby to Barnsley by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barnsley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

For a visit to Barnsley, 2 to 3 days should be sufficient to explore its key attractions, including Cannon Hall Museum, Experience Barnsley, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park nearby.
Booking trains from Kirkby to Barnsley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Kirkby to Barnsley is 94 km.
The train journey from Kirkby to Barnsley offers views of the English countryside, passing through green fields, small villages, and some industrial areas, making it moderately scenic.
The train station in Kirkby that goes to Barnsley is Kirkby station (KIR), and it arrives at Barnsley station (BNY).
To travel from Kirkby to Barnsley, you can take a .
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Kirkby to Barnsley.
Trains from Kirkby to Barnsley run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kirkby to Barnsley.
There is no night train service from Kirkby to Barnsley.
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Important Stations and Airports in Kirkby and Barnsley
Kirkby
Barnsley
The major train station for departures in Kirkby is Kirkby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kirkby for your trip from Kirkby to Barnsley.
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:33 - 00:28 Sunday 08:03 - 00:28 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” The Ticket office is step free and ramps can be used to access platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
The major train station for arrivals in Barnsley is Barnsley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnsley for your journey to Barnsley from Kirkby.
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station is only staffed for some of the day. Assistance available during booking office hours. There are 2 platforms at the station which can be accessed via the lift with level access from station entrance. Accessible pick up and set down points. Lifts open for all train services.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: There is a 20p charge for the public toilet. Disabled customers can ring the bell to be allowed in free of charge.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Barnsley
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the layby on Schwabisch Gmund Way next to the booking office
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