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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Barry
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
52 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Barry will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Swansea for Barry every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
07:521h33
Swansea09:25Barry
£101One-way
0 changes
04:381h47
Swansea06:25Barry
£101One-way
0 changes
04:411h44
Swansea06:25Barry
£101One-way
0 changes
15:521h33
Swansea17:25Barry
£111One-way
0 changes
04:431h30
Swansea06:13Barry
£121One-way
0 changes
04:431h30
Swansea06:13Barry
£121One-way
0 changes
15:521h33
Swansea17:25Barry
£111One-way
0 changes
07:521h33
Swansea09:25Barry
£101One-way
0 changes
04:411h44
Swansea06:25Barry
£101One-way
0 changes
04:381h47
Swansea06:25Barry
£101One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Barry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Swansea to Barry train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:25
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:38 Swansea | 1h35 | 06:13 Barry | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:41 Swansea | 1h44 | 06:25 Barry | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:43 Swansea | 1h42 | 06:25 Barry | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:52 Swansea | 1h33 | 09:25 Barry | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:53 Swansea | 1h20 | 09:13 Barry | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Barry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
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 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 03:46 |
Last train 23:39 |
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: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swansea to Barry trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Barry from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£9
Transport for Wales frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£25
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£33
first_great_western frequency
15 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Barry train
FAQs: Travel by train from Swansea to Barry easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swansea to Barry.
Booking trains from Swansea to Barry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Swansea to Barry is 52 km.
To get from Swansea to Barry, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Barry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Swansea to Barry covers a distance of 52 km and takes approximately 1h 19m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Barry is by train, costing approximately £6.
The first train from Swansea to Barry leaves at 3:46.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Barry is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Barry station (BRY).
The last train from Swansea to Barry departs at 23:39.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Barry.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Barry.
Trains from Swansea to Barry run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Barry.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Barry.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Barry
Swansea
Barry
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Barry.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside 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 Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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 OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramp leading from the subway to the platforms difficult to negotiate.
- 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
Public transport options for Barry Docks
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance adjacent to council offices
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:20 - 12:50 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: 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
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 Cadoxton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops on Vere Street next to the Nisa Local shop.
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