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Barry's local museum tells the story of the town, docks, railways and seaside life through compact displays and archives.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cwmbran to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cwmbran to Barry will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Cwmbran to Barry you need to make at least one change.

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Trains from Cwmbran to Barry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 52m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 23:19 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cwmbran to Barry.
The table below shows live departures for Cwmbran to Barry trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:45 Cwmbran | 1h07 | 11:52 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:47 Cwmbran | 1h05 | 13:52 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:20 Cwmbran | 1h05 | 14:25 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:20 Cwmbran | 1h05 | 15:25 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:25 Cwmbran | 1h00 | 16:25 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:25 Cwmbran | 1h00 | 17:25 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:26 Cwmbran | 0h59 | 18:25 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:29 Cwmbran | 0h56 | 19:25 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:16 Cwmbran | 1h09 | 20:25 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:19 Cwmbran | 1h07 | 21:26 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:19 Cwmbran | 1h06 | 22:25 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:43 Cwmbran | 5h57 | 5:40 Barry | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 6:06 Cwmbran | 0h56 | 7:02 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:48 Cwmbran | 1h06 | 7:54 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:18 Cwmbran | 1h06 | 8:24 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:48 Cwmbran | 1h06 | 8:54 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:10 Cwmbran | 1h14 | 9:24 Barry | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:47 Cwmbran | 1h08 | 9:55 Barry | 1 change | |
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Barry's local museum tells the story of the town, docks, railways and seaside life through compact displays and archives.
A volunteer-run museum inside wartime tunnels at Barry Island Fort, focusing on military history and coastal defence.
An independent arts venue with exhibitions, events and community projects, useful for seeing current local creative work.
Barry's best-known seaside area, with beach, promenade and amusements, ideal for a classic South Wales day out.
A large coastal park with woods, cliffs and beach access, excellent for walking, picnics and viaduct views.
A broad sandy beach beside the promenade, popular for sea views, family walks and easy access from the town.
Traditional Welsh breakfast bread made with flour, currants and spices, cooked on a griddle. A classic South Wales teatime treat with strong local roots.
A hearty Welsh dish of lamb and root vegetables slowly cooked into a thick stew. Long associated with home cooking across South Wales.
Rich fruit loaf baked with tea-soaked dried fruit and spice. Commonly served sliced with butter and strongly linked to Welsh baking traditions.
Well-known Indian restaurant in Barry serving classic curries and grilled dishes in a smart but approachable setting.
Stylish waterfront restaurant at Goodsheds offering modern dishes, drinks and a lively social atmosphere near the docks.
Popular seafront café and restaurant on Barry Island known for breakfast, brunch and relaxed coastal dining with broad appeal.
Barry is moderate for UK travel, with lower hotel and dining costs than Cardiff centre, while local buses and trains remain fairly priced for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Barry Island -> Cardiff Central
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cwmbran 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.

Most Cwmbran to Barry trains use the Cwmbran to Barry Island station pair, with some services arriving at Barry. Use this guide to compare Cwmbran and Barry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cwmbran has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cwmbran.
Ticket office support is available at Cwmbran. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cwmbran: Parking, WC.
Available at Cwmbran: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cwmbran: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible via a ramped path with handrails from Edlogan Way. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessible from the station car park. A footbridge connects the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Barry Island is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
Barry Island has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Barry Island.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barry Island: Parking.
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.
Barry is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Barry.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barry: Parking.
Available at Barry: Bike Parking.
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.
Cadoxton is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cadoxton.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cadoxton: Parking.
Available at Cadoxton: Bike Parking.
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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