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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 Nottingham to Barry
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £146
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £172
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 3 h 47 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 3 h 47 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 15
- Distance
- 225 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Barry will cost around £172 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £146.
Fast trains
To travel from Nottingham to Barry you need to make at least one change.
6:00 4h34 Nottingham 10:34 Barry £146 1 One-way 3 changes20:41 8h59 Nottingham 5:40 Barry £146 1 One-way 3 changes7:04 3h50 Nottingham 10:54 Barry £175 1 One-way 1 change8:07 3h47 Nottingham 11:54 Barry £175 1 One-way 1 change9:07 3h56 Nottingham 13:03 Barry £175 1 One-way 1 change
8:07 3h47 Nottingham 11:54 Barry £175 1 One-way 1 change10:07 3h47 Nottingham 13:54 Barry £175 1 One-way 1 change11:07 3h47 Nottingham 14:54 Barry £175 1 One-way 1 change12:07 3h47 Nottingham 15:54 Barry £175 1 One-way 1 change13:07 3h47 Nottingham 16:54 Barry £175 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Barry run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 3h 12m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 19:54 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Frequently asked questions about your Nottingham to Barry trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nottingham to Barry.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Barry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The train journey from Nottingham to Barry covers a distance of 225 km and takes approximately 3h 12m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Barry is 225 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Barry leaves at 5:17.
The last train from Nottingham to Barry departs at 19:54.
Trains from Nottingham to Barry run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Barry.
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CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£50
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Barry.
There is no night train service from Nottingham 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
- /
- 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 Nottingham to Barry offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Midlands and the rolling hills of South Wales. Passengers can enjoy views of charming countryside, quaint villages, and sections of the Severn Estuary as they approach Barry.
FAQs: Nottingham to Barry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Barry.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Barry
Most Nottingham to Barry trains use the Nottingham to Barry station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Barry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Barry
Which Nottingham station do trains to Barry leave from?
Trains from Nottingham to Barry leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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 Nottingham arrive at?
Trains from Nottingham to Barry arrive at Barry. Barry is 2 km from Barry city centre.
BarryBarry Station, Broad Street, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 7AE+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Barry from Barry city centre
Barry is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesAt the station entrance
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.
Train stations for Nottingham to Barry
Check train stations information for Nottingham and Barry, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Barry is Nottingham, and it arrives at Barry.
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