The cheapest and fastest trains from Porth to Barry
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porth to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porth to Barry will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Porth for Barry every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.


Live departures
Porth to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Porth to Barry trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:54 Porth | 1h31 | 06:25 Barry | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porth to Barry
Trains from Porth to Barry run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Porth to Barry trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Porth and Barry from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Porth to Barry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porth 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 Porth and Barry
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:20 - 12:50 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Treherbert). Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from station car park. Access between both platforms is via a footbridge with ramps.
- 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
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is approximately 150m away. Services to Caerphilly, Gilfach Goch, and Maerdy
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside Ken's Barber Shop (towards Treherbert) and outside Wedding & Balloon World (towards Pontypridd)
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
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