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Trains from Barnsley (BNY) to Reading

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49

train journeys
per day

146

miles (235 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Barnsley (BNY) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Barnsley and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Barnsley to Reading is approximately 146 miles (235 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 22 mins.

CrossCountry, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, GWR, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Barnsley and Reading.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Barnsley to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Barnsley to Reading

Journeys from Barnsley to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:52
    3 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    09:40
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:20
    4 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    10:26
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:45
    4 hrs 3 mins5 changes
    10:48
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:13
    4 hrs 10 mins4 changes
    11:23
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:43
    3 hrs 57 mins5 changes
    11:40
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:00
    3 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    11:53
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:22
    4 hrs 1 min4 changes
    12:23
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:39
    4 hrs 7 mins5 changes
    12:46
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:00
    3 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    12:53
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:41
    3 hrs 31 mins1 change
    13:12
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:00
    3 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    13:53
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:13
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    14:16
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:22
    4 hrs 1 min4 changes
    14:23
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:42
    4 hrs 4 mins5 changes
    14:46
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:00
    3 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    14:53
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:12
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    15:15
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:22
    4 hrs 1 min4 changes
    15:23
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:41
    3 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    15:39
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:00
    3 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    15:53
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:12
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    16:16
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading

About Barnsley Station

Station name Barnsley (BNY)
AddressBarnsley station, Schwabisch Gmund Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 1BP
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:00 - 19:30
Tuesday 06:00 - 19:30
Wednesday 06:00 - 19:30
Thursday 06:00 - 19:30
Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Barnsley and Reading

The travel time between Barnsley and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Barnsley and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Barnsley and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Barnsley & Reading. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, GWR, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Barnsley and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Barnsley and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.