4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Barry
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Barry will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
To travel from Manchester to Barry you need to make at least one change.
6:273h57Manchester10:24Barry£851One-way1 change- 7:303h54Manchester11:24Barry£851One-way1 change
- 8:303h54Manchester12:24Barry£851One-way1 change
- 9:303h54Manchester13:24Barry£851One-way1 change
- 10:303h54Manchester14:24Barry£851One-way1 change
- 17:303h53Manchester21:23Barry£851One-way1 change
- 7:303h54Manchester11:24Barry£851One-way1 change
- 8:303h54Manchester12:24Barry£851One-way1 change
- 9:303h54Manchester13:24Barry£851One-way1 change
- 10:303h54Manchester14:24Barry£851One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Barry
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 241 km
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4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Barry trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:27 Manchester | 3h57 | 10:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 7:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 11:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 8:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 12:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 9:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 13:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 10:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 14:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 11:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 15:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 12:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 16:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 13:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 17:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 14:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 18:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 15:30 Manchester | 4h04 | 19:34 Barry | 1 change | |
| 16:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 20:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 17:30 Manchester | 3h53 | 21:23 Barry | 1 change | |
| 18:30 Manchester | 4h07 | 22:37 Barry | 1 change | |
| 19:30 Manchester | 4h24 | 23:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 20:30 Manchester | 9h10 | 5:40 Barry | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Barry run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Manchester to Barry trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Barry from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Barry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester and Barry
Most Manchester to Barry trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Barry Island station pair, with some services arriving at Barry. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Barry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Barry leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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 Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Barry from Barry city centre
Barry is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
Barry train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Barry.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Barry: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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.
Getting to Cadoxton from Barry city centre
Cadoxton is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
Cadoxton train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Cadoxton.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cadoxton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cadoxton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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