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Compare coach and train for Gloucester to Barry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£56 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gloucester to Barry:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gloucester to Barry costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Barry take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 56m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 31m by train vs 1h 35m by car). Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Gloucester to Barry by coach or train
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Why should you book Gloucester to Barry trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Barry.
- 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 CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gloucester to Barry.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Barry.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Gloucester to Barry.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gloucester to Barry run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gloucester to Barry trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gloucester and Barry from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gloucester to Barry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Barry
Most Gloucester to Barry trains use the Gloucester to Barry Island station pair. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Barry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Barry leave from?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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 Gloucester 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.
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