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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Barry
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
€73
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
218 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Barry will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Barry on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 218 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.
11:06AM3h20
London02:26PMBarry
€731One-way
0 transfers
11:45AM2h41
London02:26PMBarry
€731One-way
0 transfers
10:15AM3h11
London01:26PMBarry
€731One-way
0 transfers
08:31AM2h55
London11:26AMBarry
€741One-way
0 transfers
06:51AM3h12
London10:03AMBarry
€751One-way
0 transfers
07:33AM2h34
London10:07AMBarry
€751One-way
0 transfers
09:45AM2h41
London12:26PMBarry
€751One-way
0 transfers
11:45AM2h41
London02:26PMBarry
€731One-way
0 transfers
08:35AM2h51
London11:26AMBarry
€751One-way
0 transfers
08:31AM2h55
London11:26AMBarry
€741One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Barry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 218 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€60 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Barry trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:54 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:48 AM London | 2h26 | 9:14 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:18 AM London | 3h07 | 10:25 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:48 AM London | 2h37 | 1:25 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:48 AM London | 2h37 | 2:25 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Barry?
The best time to book your train from London to Barry is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Barry route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Barry per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Barry.
Trains
from €42Buses
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Overview: Train from London to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Barry run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 218 km distance in 2h 30m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance 218 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 21:48 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from London to Barry trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between London and Barry from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
€40
Great Western Rail frequency
4 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
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
€152
first_great_western frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Trains from London to Barry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
Cheap train tickets from London to Barry can start from as little as €36 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Barry is €105; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London to Barry train time is 2 h 29 min covering the 218 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London to Barry leaves at 04: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from London to Barry leaves at 21: 01.
There are 6 trains a day from London to Barry which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from London to Barry, you can count on Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Barry. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Barry from London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 01.
A trip to Barry from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London to Barry by train is April.
You have options as you can travel from London to Barry 2 different ways: coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Barry
London
Barry
The major train station for departures in London is London Paddington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Paddington for your trip from London to Barry.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near Platform 1.
Public transit options for London Paddington
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Waterloo
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Address
Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
Distance to city center
23 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
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 London.
Barry
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 transit options for Barry
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
Barry Island
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 transit options for Barry Island
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
Cadoxton
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 transit 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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