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Barry War Museum
Barry's local museum tells the story of the town, docks, railways and seaside life through compact displays and archives.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Barry
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £83
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £83
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 3 h 53 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 3 h 54 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 15
- Distance
- 241 km
Cheap tickets
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 £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Fast trains
To travel from Manchester to Barry you need to make at least one change.
6:27 3h57 Manchester 10:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change7:30 3h54 Manchester 11:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change8:30 3h54 Manchester 12:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change9:30 3h54 Manchester 13:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change10:30 3h54 Manchester 14:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change
17:30 3h53 Manchester 21:23 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change7:30 3h54 Manchester 11:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change8:30 3h54 Manchester 12:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change9:30 3h54 Manchester 13:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change10:30 3h54 Manchester 14:24 Barry £83 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Manchester to Barry and enjoy the approximately 241 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:54.
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
Distance 241 km |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Barry trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Barry.
The train distance from Manchester to Barry is 241 km.
The first train from Manchester to Barry leaves at 5:11.
The last train from Manchester to Barry departs at 20:54.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Barry.
Live departures
Manchester to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Barry trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:03 Manchester | 4h23 | 16:26 Barry | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
| 6:27 Manchester | 3h57 | 10:24 Barry | 1 change | |
| 7:30 Manchester | 3h54 | 11:24 Barry | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Transport for Wales from Manchester to Barry trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Barry. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£83
Transport for Wales frequency
10 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Barry
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Barry.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Barry.
Complete guide to Barry
Things to do in Barry
Discover the best of Barry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barry trip today.
- Recommended
Barry Island Fort Museum
A volunteer-run museum inside wartime tunnels at Barry Island Fort, focusing on military history and coastal defence.
- Recommended
Art Central Gallery
An independent arts venue with exhibitions, events and community projects, useful for seeing current local creative work.
- Must visit
Barry Island
Barry's best-known seaside area, with beach, promenade and amusements, ideal for a classic South Wales day out.
- Must visit
Porthkerry Country Park
A large coastal park with woods, cliffs and beach access, excellent for walking, picnics and viaduct views.
- Recommended
Whitmore Bay
A broad sandy beach beside the promenade, popular for sea views, family walks and easy access from the town.
- Vegetarian
Welsh cakes
Traditional Welsh breakfast bread made with flour, currants and spices, cooked on a griddle. A classic South Wales teatime treat with strong local roots.
- Gluten-free
Cawl
A hearty Welsh dish of lamb and root vegetables slowly cooked into a thick stew. Long associated with home cooking across South Wales.
- Vegetarian
Bara brith
Rich fruit loaf baked with tea-soaked dried fruit and spice. Commonly served sliced with butter and strongly linked to Welsh baking traditions.
Usta Turkish Restaurant
Well-known Indian restaurant in Barry serving classic curries and grilled dishes in a smart but approachable setting.
Academy Espresso Bar
Stylish waterfront restaurant at Goodsheds offering modern dishes, drinks and a lively social atmosphere near the docks.
The Deck
Popular seafront café and restaurant on Barry Island known for breakfast, brunch and relaxed coastal dining with broad appeal.
Pound sterling (£)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Transport for Wales
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Prices
- Single ticket
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- Day pass
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To the city centre
Barry Island -> Cardiff Central
- Distance
- 12 km
- Travel time
- 36 min
- Contactless pay as you go works on parts of the South Wales Metro, but official TfW information does not confirm Barry Island for PAYG. Check before travel.
- Buy before boarding where possible. Barry-area routes are within TfW penalty fare arrangements, and stations have ticket machines selling the full range of tickets.
Plan your visit to Barry
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Barry.
The train journey from Manchester to Barry is generally considered more functional than scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with some countryside views in between.
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.
Booking trains from Manchester to Barry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Barry.
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 Cadoxton. 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.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Barry
Which Manchester station do trains to Barry leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Barry leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
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.
DeansgateDeansgate station, Whitworth Street West, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LG
City-centre transport
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Airport - Corkickle, Manchester Airport - Blackpool North, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness, Manchester Airport - Windermere, Wilmslow - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Preston, Stockport - Blackpool North · 5m · £1 · every ~7 min
Bus33, 255, 30 · 5m · £2 · every ~22 min
T1 · 1h 6m
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line · 6m · £2 · every ~38 min
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Barry station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Barry most often arrive at Barry Island. Some services arrive at Cadoxton, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Barry arrival station.
Barry IslandBarry Island station, The Parade, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 5TH+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Barry Island from Barry city centre
Barry Island is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRhymney - Barry Island, Caerphilly - Barry Island, Cardiff Central - Barry Island, Bargoed - Barry Island · 4m · £1 · every ~5 min
Bus95 · 12m · £2 · every ~6 min
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.
CadoxtonCadoxton station, Little Moors Hill, Cadoxton, Vale of Glamorgan, CF63 2JP+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Cadoxton from Barry city centre
Cadoxton is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBarry Island - Caerphilly, Barry Island - Rhymney, Bridgend - Cardiff Central, Barry Island - Cardiff Central, Barry Island - Bargoed, Barry Island - Ystrad Mynach, Bridgend - Rhymney · 5m · £1 · every ~7 min
Bus304 · 14m · £4 · every ~4 min
B3, 100 · 25m · £2 · every ~2 min
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.
Train stations for Manchester to Barry
Check train stations information for Manchester and Barry, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Barry is Manchester Piccadilly, and it arrives at Barry Island.
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