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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£73
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 6 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) you need to make at least one change.
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Y623055:003h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:31Barry Island (BYI)£331One-way1 change- G01088+Y622445:363h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:46Barry Island (BYI)£331One-way1 change
- G01124+Y6235319:303h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)22:45Barry Island (BYI)£891One-way1 change
- G01119+Y6230817:303h01Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:31Barry Island (BYI)£891One-way1 change
- G01161+Y6232418:123h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:30Barry Island (BYI)£891One-way1 change
- W29908+
G14944+Y6232418:422h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:30Barry Island (BYI)£891One-way2 changes - G01119+Y6230817:303h01Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:31Barry Island (BYI)£891One-way1 change
- G01088+Y622445:363h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:46Barry Island (BYI)£331One-way1 change
- G01124+Y6235319:303h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)22:45Barry Island (BYI)£891One-way1 change
- G01161+Y6232418:123h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:30Barry Island (BYI)£891One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 153 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI):
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Barry Island (BYI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 47m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.29. The journey takes 2h 45m versus 2h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:41 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 9:46 Barry Island (BYI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 10:30. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 10:30 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Barry Island (BYI) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) 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 Barry Island (BYI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Barry Island (BYI)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Barry Island (BYI) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Barry station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Barry Island (BYI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Barry Island from Barry city centre
Barry Island is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Most popular train connections from Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most popular trains to and from Barry Island (BYI) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most popular train connections to Barry Island (BYI)
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