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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Barry
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
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 £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Nottingham for Barry every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:255h29
Nottingham12:54Barry
£601One-way
0 changes
08:553h59
Nottingham12:54Barry
£801One-way
0 changes
10:163h38
Nottingham13:54Barry
£1171One-way
0 changes
10:163h38
Nottingham13:54Barry
£1171One-way
0 changes
08:553h59
Nottingham12:54Barry
£801One-way
0 changes
07:255h29
Nottingham12:54Barry
£601One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Barry
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Trains from Nottingham to Barry run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 4h 11m.
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 225 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 19:54 |
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
Train companies: CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Nottingham to Barry trainsCrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Nottingham and Barry from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
3h 38m
Cheapest Price
£51
CrossCountry frequency
2 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
£196
east_midlands_trains frequency
3 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 46m
Cheapest Price
£148
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
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.
To fully explore Barry, a visit of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to enjoy its beaches, historical sites, and local attractions.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Barry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £137.
A day trip from Nottingham to Barry is not feasible, as the journey takes 4h 11m each way. However, there are 2 trains available per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Barry is 225 km.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Barry is by train, costing approximately £60.
The train journey from Nottingham to Barry covers a distance of 225 km and takes approximately 4h 11m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Barry is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Barry station (BRY).
The first train from Nottingham to Barry leaves at 5:17.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Nottingham to Barry.
The last train from Nottingham to Barry departs at 19:54.
Trains from Nottingham to Barry run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Barry.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Barry.
To travel from Nottingham to Barry, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Barry
Nottingham
Barry
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Barry.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Nottingham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Barry is Barry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barry for your journey to Barry from Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:50 - 12:20 Saturday 08:45 - 13:15 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Barry
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Barry Island
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
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