4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Barry
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Barry will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 4 trains that leave Swansea for Barry on Sun, Dec 21, 4 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 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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 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 bus 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 bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €12 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* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Barry trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:39 AM Swansea | 1h46 | 6:25 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:56 AM Swansea | 1h29 | 10:25 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 19m.
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 |
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.
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FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Barry
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
Popular train stations from Swansea to Barry
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- 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
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office- 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
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