The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY) you need to make at least 2 changes.










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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY)
Trains from Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Rochdale station (RCD) and Barnsley station (BNY) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale station (RCD) to Barnsley station (BNY) 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 station (BNY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale station (RCD) and Barnsley station (BNY)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:10 - 20:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:45 Saturday 06:10 - 20:45 Sunday 09:00 - 19:40
- Car Park: Hare Street
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to the station and platforms via lifts, which are available during station staffing hours.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Located on Maclure Road across from the station entrance for buses to Bury and Bolton. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Road near the AJI Cash and Carry.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the layby on Schwabisch Gmund Way next to the booking office
