The average train between Barry and Birmingham takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Barry to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Barry and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barry is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Barry to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Barry station and arriving at Birmingham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Barry to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Barry to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Barry to Birmingham train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Barry and Birmingham is 153.2 km. The road distance is 186 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h.