The cheapest and fastest trains from Barry to Penarth
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
7 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barry to Penarth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barry to Penarth will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barry for Penarth on Wed, Feb 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 7 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 30 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barry to Penarth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barry to Penarth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 7 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€6 Average price | €2 Average price Cheapest |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barry to Penarth train times
The table below shows live departures for Barry to Penarth trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L65221 · L66330 | On time 8:54 AM Barry station (BRY) | 0h34 | 9:28 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 1 transfer | |
L65221 · L66330 | On time 8:54 AM Barry station (BRY) | 0h38 | 9:32 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 1 transfer | |
L66419 · L66333 | On time 9:13 AM Barry station (BRY) | 0h34 | 9:47 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 1 transfer | |
L66419 · L66333 | On time 9:13 AM Barry station (BRY) | 0h31 | 9:44 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 1 transfer | |
L65229 · L66335 | On time 9:24 AM Barry station (BRY) | 0h34 | 9:58 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 1 transfer | |
L65229 · L66335 | On time 9:24 AM Barry station (BRY) | 0h38 | 10:02 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 7:13 AM Barry | 0h30 | 7:43 AM Penarth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barry to Penarth
Trains from Barry to Penarth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 30m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Barry to Penarth trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Barry and Penarth from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barry to Penarth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barry to Penarth 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 Penarth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barry to Penarth
- 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
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance adjacent to council offices
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 08:00 - 13:30 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 the platform from the car park.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- 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: Wait in the station car park outside the station entrance
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp with a shallow gradient.
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop on Windsor Road
