The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Barry
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
52 km
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 £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea 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 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.
12:541h19Swansea14:13Barry£141One-way0 changes
12:541h19Swansea14:13Barry£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £9. 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 £9, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 52 km
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Barry trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:54 Swansea | 1h19 | 14:13 Barry | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Barry by coach or train
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Why should you book Swansea to Barry trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Barry.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Barry.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Barry.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Barry
Trains from Swansea to Barry run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 3:46 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Barry trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Barry from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Swansea to Barry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Barry
Most Swansea to Barry trains use the Swansea to Barry station pair, with some services arriving at Barry Island. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Barry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Barry leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: 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.
Which Barry station do trains from Swansea 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.
Getting to Barry Island from Barry city centre
Barry Island is 1 km from Barry city centre. Public transport options include:
Barry Island train station facilities and services
Barry Island has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barry Island.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barry Island: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barry Island: 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.
Getting to Barry Docks from Barry city centre
Barry Docks train station facilities and services
Barry Docks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barry Docks.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barry Docks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Barry Docks: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barry Docks: 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.
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