4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barry to Reading
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
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 £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 5 trains that leave Barry for Reading every day 5 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 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
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 £18. 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 £18, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 159 km
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£68 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barry to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Barry to Reading trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:53 Barry | 2h32 | 10:25 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:30 Barry | 2h55 | 11:25 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:23 Barry | 3h17 | 12:40 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:53 Barry | 2h51 | 13:44 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:59 Barry | 2h45 | 13:44 Reading | 0 changesdirect |
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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 £50 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 21:13 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Barry to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Barry and Reading from £18. 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
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Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
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Information Desk
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:20 - 12:50 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops on Vere Street next to the Nisa Local shop.
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LoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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