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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Barry
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€16
Fastest journey on Sep 23
1 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
1 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 23
2
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 €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 2 trains from Swansea to Barry, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
7:54 AM1h19Swansea9:13 AMBarry€141One-way0 transfers- 6:31 AM1h42Swansea8:13 AMBarry€171One-way0 transfers
- 7:54 AM1h19Swansea9:13 AMBarry€141One-way0 transfers
- 6:31 AM1h42Swansea8:13 AMBarry€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus 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 an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Barry train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Barry trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:54 PM Swansea | 1h19 | 8:13 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
| 6:31 AM Swansea | 1h42 | 8:13 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:54 AM Swansea | 1h19 | 9:13 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Barry run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 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 3m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 3:46 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales from Swansea to Barry trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Barry from €11. 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
Most Swansea to Barry trains use the Swansea to Barry station pair, with some services arriving at Barry Docks. 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 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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