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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Barnsley (BNY)

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25

train journeys
per day

38

miles (62 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

06:25 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Barnsley (BNY)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Barnsley , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Barnsley is approximately 38 miles (62 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 54 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Barnsley.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Barnsley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Barnsley Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:25
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:49
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:58
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:26
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:41
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:25
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:41
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:25
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    18:38
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:49
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    19:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    20:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:49
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    21:59
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:54
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    22:58
    Bolton
    Barnsley
    Bolton to Barnsley

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bolton and Barnsley

The travel time between Bolton and Barnsley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Barnsley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bolton & Barnsley. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Barnsley.

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