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Trains from Barnsley (BNY) to Reading

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18

train journeys
per day

146

miles (235 kms)

3hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Barnsley (BNY) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Barnsley and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 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 36 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express 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 24 mins.

Journeys from Barnsley to Reading Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:52
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:20
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:12
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:41
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    13:12
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:41
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    15:07
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:42
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:14
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:12
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:12
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:41
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:12
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:12
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    22:32
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:14
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:00
    9 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:52
    8 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Barnsley
    Reading
    Barnsley to Reading

About Barnsley Station

Station name Barnsley (BNY)
Address Barnsley station, Schwabisch Gmund Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 1BP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 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 Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 24 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 18 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 18 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express 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.