The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI)
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Bay (CDB) 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 Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI) will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Bay (CDB) for Barry Island (BYI) 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 11 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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 Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 11 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£3 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI)
Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 21m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 23:38 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Bay (CDB) and Barry Island (BYI) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Barry Island (BYI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Bay (CDB) 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 Cardiff Bay (CDB) and Barry Island (BYI)
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- 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.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
