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Compare coach and train for Christchurch to Barry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Christchurch to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 128 km
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Why should you book Christchurch to Barry trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Christchurch to Barry.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Christchurch to Barry.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Christchurch to Barry.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Christchurch to Barry.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Christchurch to Barry
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Trains from Christchurch to Barry run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 13:30, the last at 13:30. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 3h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 13:30 |
Last train 13:30 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Christchurch to Barry trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Christchurch and Barry from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£50
Great Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Christchurch to Barry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Christchurch 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Christchurch to Barry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The train journey from Christchurch to Barry covers a distance of 128 km and takes approximately 3h 55m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Christchurch to Barry is 128 km.
The first train from Christchurch to Barry leaves at 13:30.
The last train from Christchurch to Barry departs at 13:30.
Trains from Christchurch to Barry run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Christchurch to Barry.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Christchurch to Barry.
To get from Christchurch to Barry, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Christchurch to Barry.
The train station in Christchurch that goes to Barry is Christchurch station (CHR), and it arrives at Barry station (BRY).
The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Barry is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Christchurch to Barry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully explore Barry, a visit of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to enjoy its beaches, historical sites, and local attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Christchurch to Barry.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Christchurch and Barry
Christchurch
Barry
The major train station for departures in Christchurch is Christchurch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Christchurch for your trip from Christchurch to Barry.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Christchurch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stour Road bus stop outside of station
The major train station for arrivals in Barry is Barry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barry for your journey to Barry from Christchurch.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Barry
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
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