4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barry to Reading
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barry to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barry to Reading will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barry for Reading 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 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
19:242h25Barry21:49Reading£341One-way0 changes
- 19:242h25Barry21:49Reading£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barry to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barry to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 159 km
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£34 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barry to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barry to Reading run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales from Barry to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Barry and Reading from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barry to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barry to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barry and Reading
Most Barry to Reading trains use the Barry to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Barry and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barry station do trains to Reading leave from?
Getting to Barry from Barry city centre
Barry is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Reading station do trains from Barry arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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