Barry to Bristol train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barry to Bristol

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£36
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£36
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
1 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
1 h 21 m
Trains on 02 Nov
24
Distance
47 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barry to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barry to Bristol will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

To travel from Barry to Bristol you need to make at least one change.

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    1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barry to Bristol

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Trains from Barry to Bristol run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
47 km
Average train duration
1h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
4:10
Last train
23:00
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Barry to Bristol trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barry to Bristol.

The cost of a train ticket from Barry to Bristol can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The train journey from Barry to Bristol covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Barry to Bristol is 47 km.
The first train from Barry to Bristol leaves at 4:10.
The last train from Barry to Bristol departs at 23:00.
Trains from Barry to Bristol run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barry to Bristol.

Live departures

Barry to Bristol train times

The table below shows live departures for Barry to Bristol trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway10:23 Barry
1h47
12:10 Bristol0 changesdirect

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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Barry to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Barry and Bristol from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£21
Great Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Barry and Bristol

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Barry to Bristol.
Yes, there is a night train from Barry to Bristol.

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Things to do in Bristol

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  • Must visit

M Shed

Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.

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Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.

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SS Great Britain

Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller cities. Buses are reasonable; central attractions and cafés can add up.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.

Plan your visit to Bristol

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bristol.

The train journey from Barry to Bristol offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Severn Estuary and passing through picturesque countryside areas, providing a pleasant scenic experience.

FAQs: Barry to Bristol train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barry to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Barry to Bristol in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Barry to Bristol.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Barry and Bristol

Most Barry to Bristol trains use the Barry to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare Barry and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Barry
Arrival train stations in Bristol

Which Barry station do trains to Bristol leave from?

Trains from Barry to Bristol leave from Barry. The station is 2 km from Barry city centre at Barry Station, Broad Street, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 7AE.
BarryBarry Station, Broad Street, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 7AE+44 3333211202ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Barry from Barry city centre

Barry is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesAt the station entrance

Barry train station facilities and services

Barry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Barry.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Barry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Barry: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Barry: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Barry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible from the station car park. Platforms 2 and 3 (to Barry Island and Bridgend) are only accessible via a footbridge with steps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: For the nearest public phone, turn right out of station on to Broad Street. Phone is apx 200yds away opposite Barclays Bank, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Barry IslandBarry Island station, The Parade, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 5TH+44 3333211202ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Barry Island from Barry city centre

Barry Island is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRhymney - Barry Island, Caerphilly - Barry Island, Cardiff Central - Barry Island, Bargoed - Barry Island · 4m · £1 · every ~5 min
Bus95 · 12m · £2 · every ~6 min

Barry Island train station facilities and services

Barry Island has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Barry Island.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Barry Island: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Barry Island: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available via a footpath from the main road, 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: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

CadoxtonCadoxton station, Little Moors Hill, Cadoxton, Vale of Glamorgan, CF63 2JP+44 3333211202ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Cadoxton from Barry city centre

Cadoxton is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBarry Island - Caerphilly, Barry Island - Rhymney, Bridgend - Cardiff Central, Barry Island - Cardiff Central, Barry Island - Bargoed, Barry Island - Ystrad Mynach, Bridgend - Rhymney · 5m · £1 · every ~7 min
Bus304 · 14m · £4 · every ~4 min
B3, 100 · 25m · £2 · every ~2 min

Cadoxton train station facilities and services

Cadoxton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Cadoxton.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Cadoxton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cadoxton: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Cadoxton: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cadoxton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available throughout the station. Access to Platforms 1 and 2 is available via footbridge and lifts. Wheelchair space is available within the platform waiting shelter, help points, and emergency evacuation refuge points are available at either end of the platform, 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: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Train stations for Barry to Bristol

Check train stations information for Barry and Bristol, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Barry that goes to Bristol is Barry, and it arrives at Bristol Temple Meads.

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