4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Barry
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Barry will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Barry 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 152 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.
8:422h53Birmingham11:35Barry£281One-way0 changes
- 8:422h53Birmingham11:35Barry£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Barry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 152 km
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£30 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Barry trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:42 Birmingham | 2h42 | 10:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 8:30 Birmingham | 2h24 | 10:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 8:42 Birmingham | 2h42 | 11:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 9:30 Birmingham | 2h24 | 11:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 9:43 Birmingham | 2h41 | 12:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 10:12 Birmingham | 2h42 | 12:54 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 10:30 Birmingham | 2h33 | 13:03 Barry | 1 change | |
| 10:42 Birmingham | 2h42 | 13:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 11:30 Birmingham | 2h24 | 13:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 12:30 Birmingham | 2h24 | 14:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 12:42 Birmingham | 2h42 | 15:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 13:30 Birmingham | 2h24 | 15:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 13:42 Birmingham | 2h42 | 16:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 14:30 Birmingham | 2h24 | 16:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 14:42 Birmingham | 2h42 | 17:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 15:12 Birmingham | 2h42 | 17:54 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 15:30 Birmingham | 2h33 | 18:03 Barry | 1 change | |
| 15:42 Birmingham | 2h42 | 18:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 16:12 Birmingham | 2h42 | 18:54 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 16:30 Birmingham | 2h33 | 19:03 Barry | 1 change | |
| 16:42 Birmingham | 2h52 | 19:34 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 17:30 Birmingham | 2h33 | 20:03 Barry | 1 change | |
| 17:42 Birmingham | 2h42 | 20:24 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 18:12 Birmingham | 2h51 | 21:03 Barry | 1 change | |
| 18:43 Birmingham | 2h40 | 21:23 Barry | 2 changes | |
| 19:30 Birmingham | 2h33 | 22:03 Barry | 1 change | |
| 20:12 Birmingham | 3h42 | 23:54 Barry | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Barry run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 20:46 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Birmingham to Barry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Barry 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Barry
Most Birmingham to Barry trains use the Birmingham New Street to Barry Island station pair, with some services arriving at Barry. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Barry 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 University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Barry station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
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.
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.
Getting to Cadoxton from Barry city centre
Cadoxton is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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