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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barry to Pontypridd
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barry to Pontypridd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barry to Pontypridd will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Barry for Pontypridd every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
07:241h03
Barry08:27Pontypridd
£61One-way
0 changes
07:241h03
Barry08:27Pontypridd
£61One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barry to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barry to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barry to Pontypridd train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:29 Barry | 1h10 | 06:39 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
| 05:54 Barry | 1h01 | 06:55 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
| 06:24 Barry | 1h07 | 07:31 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
| 06:54 Barry | 1h07 | 08:01 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
| 07:24 Barry | 1h07 | 08:31 Pontypridd | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barry to Pontypridd
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barry to Pontypridd run on average 3 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
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 22 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 22:24 |
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
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Barry to Pontypridd trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Barry and Pontypridd from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
£6
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Barry to Pontypridd train
FAQs: Travel by train from Barry to Pontypridd easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barry to Pontypridd.
Booking trains from Barry to Pontypridd in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Barry to Pontypridd can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train distance from Barry to Pontypridd is 22 km.
The cheapest way to get from Barry to Pontypridd is by train, costing approximately £6.
The train station in Barry that goes to Pontypridd is Barry station (BRY), and it arrives at Pontypridd station (PPD).
The train journey from Barry to Pontypridd covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 1h 3m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Barry to Pontypridd leaves at 5:16.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barry to Pontypridd.
The last train from Barry to Pontypridd departs at 22:24.
Trains from Barry to Pontypridd run approximately 3 times per day.
To get from Barry to Pontypridd, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, you can take the train from Barry to Pontypridd.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barry to Pontypridd.
There is no night train service from Barry to Pontypridd.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barry and Pontypridd
Barry
Pontypridd
The major train station for departures in Barry is Barry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barry for your trip from Barry to Pontypridd.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:50 - 12:20 Saturday 08:45 - 13:15 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Barry
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramp leading from the subway to the platforms difficult to negotiate.
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Barry Docks
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance adjacent to council offices
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Barry Island
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Pontypridd is Pontypridd. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pontypridd for your journey to Pontypridd from Barry.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 14:15 Saturday 08:30 - 16:45 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access from Broadway to Platform 1 and 2 (to Cardiff) via a lift. Step free access to Platform 3 (to Treherbert, Merthyr and Aberdare) via a moderately steep ramp from High Street. Access between Platforms 1, 2 and 3 is via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible public telephones: On platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Pontypridd
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the main entrance adjacent to the taxi rank
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