The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen to Barry
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darwen to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darwen to Barry will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
To travel from Darwen to Barry you need to make at least 3 changes.
20:5711h27Darwen8:24Barry£921One-way5 changes
10:565h29Darwen16:25Barry£971One-way3 changes
23:1511h09Darwen10:24Barry£971One-way3 changes
12:575h28Darwen18:25Barry£1121One-way3 changes
14:575h28Darwen20:25Barry£1121One-way3 changes
12:575h28Darwen18:25Barry£1121One-way3 changes
14:575h28Darwen20:25Barry£1121One-way3 changes
16:575h28Darwen22:25Barry£1121One-way3 changes
10:565h29Darwen16:25Barry£971One-way3 changes
18:5810h42Darwen5:40Barry£1121One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Darwen to Barry
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Darwen to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £76. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £76, and a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 261 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£106 Average Price | £76 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 36m Average total duration Fastest 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Darwen to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Darwen to Barry trains for tomorrow, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:56 Darwen | 5h29 | 16:25 Barry | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:57 Darwen | 5h28 | 18:25 Barry | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:57 Darwen | 5h28 | 20:25 Barry | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:57 Darwen | 5h28 | 22:25 Barry | 3 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Darwen to Barry by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darwen to Barry
Trains from Darwen to Barry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £76 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 11:53. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 11:53 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Darwen to Barry trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Darwen and Barry from £76. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Darwen to Barry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darwen 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 Darwen and Barry
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
- Bryan St Chippy
- The Old Chapel Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Astley Bank Hotel
- Whitehall Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
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