The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barry to London
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barry to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barry to London will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 3 buses that leave Barry for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.
5:003h10Barry8:10London£101One-way0 changes
15:153h50Barry19:05London£161One-way0 changes
18:103h45Barry21:55London£181One-way0 changes
5:003h10Barry8:10London£101One-way0 changes
18:103h45Barry21:55London£181One-way0 changes
15:153h50Barry19:05London£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barry to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barry to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 218 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barry to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barry to London coaches for tomorrow, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 Barry | 3h10 | 8:10 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:15 Barry | 3h50 | 19:05 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Barry to London by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Barry to London coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Megabus, First South & West Wales or Cardiff Bus to find the best option for your trip from Barry to London.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barry to London.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Megabus, First South & West Wales or Cardiff Bus to find the best option for your trip from Barry to London.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Barry to London.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barry to London
Buses from Barry to London run on average 33 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, First South & West Wales, Cardiff Bus from Barry to LondonYou can travel by bus between Barry to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, First South & West Wales, Cardiff Bus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
First South & West Wales
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FAQs: Barry to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barry to London by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barry and London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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