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Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Barry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a train costs an average of £176.
Distance: 225 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£176 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Barry:
A coach is £122 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Barry costing on average £176.
Other travel options to Barry take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 45m.
Tickets start at around £176 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-129.46. The journey takes 3h 42m versus 3h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Nottingham to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Barry trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:00 Nottingham | 4h34 | 10:34 Barry | 3 changes | |
| 7:04 Nottingham | 3h50 | 10:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 8:07 Nottingham | 3h47 | 11:54 Barry | 1 change | |
| 9:07 Nottingham | 3h56 | 13:03 Barry | 1 change | |
| 10:07 Nottingham | 3h47 | 13:54 Barry | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Barry by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Barry run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £149 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £149 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 19:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Nottingham to Barry trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Nottingham and Barry from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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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.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Barry leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
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?
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.
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