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Cannon Hall Museum
Gallery and museum in Cannon Hall Park, showing fine and decorative arts in an elegant country house. A strong choice for art and interiors.
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to Barnsley will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stockport for Barnsley every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




The table below shows live departures for Stockport to Barnsley trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04350+ G89408 | Delayed 9:04 9:54Stockport station (SPT) | 1h14 | 11:08 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
W84670+ G89740 | On time 10:25 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h14 | 11:39 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
C04354+ G89410 | On time 10:55 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h13 | 12:08 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
W84677+ G89746 | On time 11:23 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h14 | 12:37 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
C04357+ G89412 | On time 11:54 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h14 | 13:08 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
W84683+ G89752 | On time 12:23 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h15 | 13:38 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
C04359+ G89416 | On time 12:54 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h13 | 14:07 Barnsley station (BNY) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
![]() | 4:56 Stockport | 1h42 | 6:38 Barnsley | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Stockport to Barnsley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 22:24 |
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Discover the best of Barnsley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barnsley trip today.
Gallery and museum in Cannon Hall Park, showing fine and decorative arts in an elegant country house. A strong choice for art and interiors.
Modern museum exploring Barnsley’s social and industrial story through interactive displays, archives and local objects in the town centre.
Working watermill museum where visitors can see traditional milling machinery and learn about rural industry beside the reservoir and park.
Large landscaped park around a country house, with lakes, gardens and walks. Popular for relaxed strolling and family visits in all seasons.
Historic park with woodland, open grass and routes to a folly viewpoint. A local favourite for walking and seeing a quieter side of Barnsley.
Town-centre square used for markets, events and seasonal displays. A practical starting point for exploring Barnsley’s civic and shopping core.
A South Yorkshire staple of cured beef, usually sliced for sandwiches or salads. It is closely associated with nearby Sheffield and widely eaten across Barnsley.
A rich fruit loaf flavoured with tea and spice, traditionally served sliced with butter. It is a classic Yorkshire bake found in local cafés and homes.
A crisp, flat oatcake or biscuit from Yorkshire, often eaten with Wensleydale cheese. It is a long-standing regional bakery favourite.
Well-known Barnsley steakhouse and grill serving steaks, burgers and hearty mains in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and dependable service in a comfortable town-centre setting.
Traditional pub and dining rooms in Cannon Hall with classic British dishes, Sunday roasts and a polished but relaxed country-house atmosphere.
Barnsley is generally cheaper than larger UK tourist cities, with lower dining and lodging costs and reasonably priced local transport.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport 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.

Most Stockport to Barnsley trains use the Stockport to Barnsley station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Barnsley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stockport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stockport.
ATMs are available at Stockport.
Ticket office support is available at Stockport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockport: Parking, WC.
Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Reddish North is 4 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Reddish North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Reddish North.
Ticket office support is available at Reddish North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reddish North: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reddish North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Level access onto platform one through the ticket office or a gate when the ticket office is closed, access onto platform 2 is via steps (20) and an overbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Heaton Chapel is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heaton Chapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Heaton Chapel.
Ticket office support is available at Heaton Chapel.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heaton Chapel: Parking.
Available at Heaton Chapel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heaton Chapel: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester (platform 2) : From Heaton Moor Road, up 1 step into the ticket hall, turn right down 18 steps and then a further 25 steps onto the platform. When the ticket hall is closed use the entrance on Tatton Road North (30 paces from the junction of Heaton Moor Road) down a ramp (63 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Stockport (platform 1) : Either use the entrance at the junction of Heaton Moor Road and Edgerton Road North, through a 5ft wide gate and down 41 steps onto the platform, or level access is available 200 paces down Edgerton Road North from Heaton Moor Road along a ramp (26 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Barnsley has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Barnsley.
Ticket office support is available at Barnsley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barnsley: Parking, WC.
Available at Barnsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnsley: 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.
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