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The average train between Barry and Leicester takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Barry to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 6m
Duration
155 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain train Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain train Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
4h 35m
£65–100

Barry to Leicester train times

Trains run hourly between Barry and Leicester. 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 Leicester at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 58m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 38m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 58m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 38m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 58m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 38m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 38m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barry to Leicester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Barry to Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 155.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Barry to Leicester via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 35m.

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